Effectiveness of a Four-Session Focal Shock Wave Therapy Protocol in Women With Vulvodynia

Vulvodynia is a chronic vulvar pain condition that can significantly affect quality of life. Low-intensity focal extracorporeal shock wave therapy has been proposed as a non-invasive therapeutic option, but real-world data remain limited. This retrospective observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a four-session focal shock wave therapy protocol in women with vulvodynia treated in routine clinical practice at a university hospital. Clinical data collected during standard care, as well as questionnaire responses, will be analyzed to assess changes in symptoms and functional outcomes following treatment.

NCT Number	NCT07553715
Lead Sponsor	Nantes University Hospital
Conditions	Vulvodynia
Enrollment	50 participants
Start Date	2026-04-01
Primary Completion	2026-12-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-12-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-06-24