What is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that utilizes acoustic waves to deliver high-energy pulses to targeted areas of the body. These pulses help to stimulate the body's natural healing processes, making it an effective treatment for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. The therapy works by increasing blood circulation to the affected area, promoting the regeneration of damaged tissues, and reducing pain and inflammation. Shockwave Therapy is particularly beneficial for treating chronic pain conditions such as plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, and calcific tendonitis. The treatment is quick, typically lasting only a few minutes, and does not require any anesthesia or downtime, allowing patients to resume their normal activities immediately after the session.
Chronic pain affects over 40% of the population here in the US. Shockwave therapy is at the forefront of treating chronic pain without drugs, injections or surgery.
4 Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
Enhanced Blood Circulation
Shockwave Therapy significantly enhances blood circulation by promoting the growth of new blood vessels, reducing inflammation, and breaking down scar tissue. This improved circulation aids in faster recovery and healing of damaged tissues.
Effective Trigger Point Release
The therapy effectively reduces muscle tension, allowing muscles to relax and alleviating pressure on trigger points. This results in reduced pain and improved muscle function.
Collagen Production Stimulation
Shockwave Therapy stimulates the production of collagen, a vital component for tissue repair and regeneration. The therapy's hydro-electric waves target unhealthy tissue, activating stem cells and promoting the growth of new, healthy tissue.
Safe and Non-Invasive
As a non-invasive treatment, Shockwave Therapy offers a safe alternative to surgery, prescription medications, and injections. It harnesses the body's natural healing processes, making it an ideal choice for those seeking effective pain relief without invasive procedures.
What Can Shockwave Therapy Help With?
Shockwave therapy has been shown to be effective on a wide range of chronic conditions. Here are some examples of conditions where SWT has been shown to effectively treat symptoms and improve function:
- Trapezius muscle
- Elbow pain
- Shoulder pain
- Achilles tendon pain
- Knee Pain
- Plantar & heel pain
Does the Treatment Hurt?
There may be a slight feeling of discomfort during the treatment, depending on the level of pain the patient is already experiencing in the area. However, most patients are able to tolerate this discomfort. Additionally, the intensity of the treatment can be adjusted throughout the session.
How many Treatments will I Need and How Often?
The number of treatments varies depending on the indication and tissue response. The effect of the treatment is cumulative, so you will typically need more than one treatment. Very often though, you will experience relief right after the first treatment. Most indications require 3-5 treatments which are done 3-10 days apart, depending on the patient's tolerance and their tissue response.
