Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy has resulted in patient satisfaction, and lasting positive results in 80% of patients in several different studies.
WHAT IS SHOCKWAVE THERAPY?
Therapeutic shockwaves were introduced as a medical treatment for eliminating kidney stones 20 years ago. One of the side effects discovered during this treatment was an increased bone and tissue healing in the area. Shockwave therapy is a high-energy sound wave that emits a burst of energy. This energy then causes movement in the tissues and fluid it is being directed into.
How does shockwave work?
Pain is suppressed by the hyperstimulation of the sore spot, and the pain generating structures are blocked from sending signals to the brain. Additionally, the healing process is activated through small disruptions of injured tissues, encouraging new blood flow in the surrounding area and the release of growth and healing factors.
What conditions is shockwave therapy used for?
- Plantar fasciitis (foot pain)
- Calcaneal spur (heel pain)
- Shoulder pain and frozen shoulder
- Achillodynia (Achilles Tendonopathy)
- Insertional tendinopathies
- Patellar tendinopathy (knee pain)
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral epicondylosis)
- Golfer’s Elbow (Medial epicondylosis)
- Low back pain
- Piriformis syndrome
- Trigger point therapy
Why should you try shockwave therapy?
Shockwave therapy has resulted in patient satisfaction, and lasting positive results in 80% of patients in several different studies. Return to activities is often sustained in two to three weeks.
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