10/08/2019
Here I grow again!! Another new technique for you Radial Shockwave Therapy is here!
Radial shock wave therapy is a highly efficient, non-surgical treatment for acute and chronic pain in the muscles and tendons.
Common Conditions Treated by Shockwave Therapy
Plantar Fascitis / Heel Pain
Elbow pain ex. tennis or golfer’s elbow
Shoulder pain ex. shoulder calification’s
Shoulder impingement syndrome
Achilles tendon pain
Patellar tendonitis ex. jumper’s knee or Osgood-Schlatters disease
Trigger points/muscle tension (Hamstrings, Pecs, rotator cuff)
Chronic neck and back pain
Jumpers knee/Osgood Schlatter’s
How Do Shockwaves Work?
The healing process is increased by creating a stimulus or irritation to the tissue. The shock waves irritation create new vessel blood formation or “neovascularization” to the damaged area. This influences an increase in blood circulation and metabolism, where damaged tissue will regenerate and heal.
What Are The Expected Results?
The benefit is normally experienced after usually only 3 treatments over the span of 2 weeks. It is common to have immediate relief after the treatment, however it can also take up to 4 weeks for pain relief to begin and between 9 to 12 weeks to see complete results. Studies demonstrate the most significant healing is between 6 and 9 weeks. This therapy is shown to have a 80-90 % success rate in treating chronic tendonitis conditions.
How Is The Treatment Performed?
Locate the area of pain or discomfort.
Gel is applied and the head of the applicator is moved in a circular motion over the pain region for the duration of the treatment.
Treatment is done over 15 days for most commonly a combined 3 total treatments (This frequency of treatment is what the research shows to work most effectively).
Why Consider Radial Shockwave Therapy?
Shown to be as or more effective than traditional manual therapy methods
Very non-invasive
Fast, safe and effective
Normally fast results
Decrease pain and increase function
No incision; no risk for infection at the treatment site; no scarring
Future treatment options are not limited
Cost effective
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