Shockwave Therapy

What is Shockwave?

Shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT), is a medical treatment that uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing and reduce pain in certain musculoskeletal conditions. The “shockwaves” used in this therapy are high-energy sound waves that are generated and focused on specific areas of the body.

More about Shockwave

Benefits of Shockwave

Pain Relief: Alleviates pain from chronic conditions.
Enhanced Healing: Promotes the healing of fractures and bone injuries.
Soft Tissue Recovery: Speeds up recovery from soft tissue injuries.
Increased Circulation: Boosts blood flow and tissue regeneration.
Scar Tissue Reduction: Minimizes scar tissue formation.
New Blood Vessel Formation: Encourages the growth of new blood vessels.
Inflammation Reduction: Reverses chronic inflammation.
Collagen Production: Stimulates the production of collagen.

Common Conditions Treated with Shockwave:

Plantar fasciitis.
Achilles tendinopathy.
Retrocalcaneal bursitis.
Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow).
Medial epicondylitis (golfer’s elbow).
Calcific tendonitis (supraspinatus tendon, etc.).
Patellar tendinosis (jumper’s knee).
Morton’s neuroma.
Chronic stress/non-union fractures.

Potential Side Effects:

Bruising, Swelling, or Redness: Mild and usually temporary.
Numbness or Tingling: Often subsides shortly after treatment.
Pain or Discomfort: Typically mild and short-lived.
Rare Side Effects: Skin damage or blistering (very rare).

Treatment Duration and Frequency

Each session typically lasts around 20 to 30 minutes. The number of sessions required varies depending on the specific condition and individual response to treatment. Our team will provide a tailored treatment plan during your initial assessment.

Patient's Testimonial

"I had severe plantar fasciitis for months, and after just a few sessions of shockwave therapy, my pain significantly reduced. I highly recommend this treatment." – Jane D.