WHAT IS SHOCKWAVE THERAPY?
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that provides therapists another tool to tackle stubborn, chronic tendinopathy. By creating a series of acoustic wave pulsations, therapists are able to apply this pressure to a localized treatment area. This technology has been proven successful in the study of treatment of chronic conditions. After an assessment with a therapist to determine if you are a candidate for this treatment, a treatment program will be designed that is suited for your condition which can range between 3 and 6 weeks.
HOW CAN SHOCKWAVE THERAPY HELP?
Shockwave therapy is beneficial for patients that have had minimal response to traditional forms of treatment. It is most suited for patients living with chronic (ie. greater than six weeks) tendinopathies that could be a result of sport, overuse or repetitive strain and is most commonly used for fast pain relief and mobility restoration. By triggering the bodies natural healing responses, studies have shown a quick recovery time in patients without the need for painkillers.
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM SHOCKWAVE THERAPY?
Shockwave therapy can be beneficial to patients with the following conditions:
- Feet – heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis
- Elbow - tennis and golfers elbow
- Shoulder – calcific tendinosis of rotator cuff muscles
- Knee – patellar tendonitis
- Leg – shin splints, iliotibial band friction syndrome
- Shoulder – calcific tendinosis of rotator cuff muscles
- Back – lumber and cervical spine regions and chronic muscular pain
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