Shockwave Therapy Treatments
Great big relief from little tiny waves
Shockwave Therapy works by using tiny but high-energy acoustic waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes. The waves penetrate deep below the skin, which is believed to increase blood flow to the affected area, promoting both the formation of new blood vessels and the release of growth factors and other substances that help repair damaged tissues. These healing impacts offer effective relief from symptoms of both injuries and chronic conditions, and they also accelerate general recovery from strenuous workouts.
The therapy is non-invasive and largely painless, and a treatment session usually lasts 15-30 minutes. Most patients require multiple sessions, spread over several weeks, to achieve optimal results, and while some patients experience discomfort during treatment, this is typically mild and short-lived. Nonetheless, as with other medical procedures, this course of treatment is not for everyone; see Contraindications and Precautions below.
Shockwave Therapy often provides relief in cases where other treatments — medication, physiotherapy, etc. — have failed.
Conditions that may benefit from Shockwave Therapy
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Tennis Elbow
- Golfer’s Elbow
- Patellar Tendonitis
- Rotator-cuff Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Trigger Points
- Hip Pain
- Lower-back Pain
- Muscle Spasms
Contraindications and Precautions
While Shockwave Therapy is generally safe and well-tolerated by most people, patients and healthcare providers alike should be aware that it comes with several contraindications and precautions.
Contraindications include:
- Pregnancy
- Use of blood-thinning medications, such as Warfarin or Heparin
- Presence of a pacemaker or other implanted electrical device
- Active cancer or tumors in the treatment area
- Acute infections or inflammation in the treatment area
- Open wounds or skin lesions in the treatment area
- Neurological or vascular disorders in the treatment area
- Children under 18 years of age
Precautions include:
- History of bleeding disorders or clotting disorders
- Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Use of immunosuppressive medications or steroids
- Recent cortisone injections in the treatment area
- History of seizures or epilepsy
It is important to discuss any medical conditions or medications with your healthcare provider before undergoing Shockwave Therapy to determine if it is safe and appropriate for you
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