Shockwave Therapy

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (SWT) is a modality used for the treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, primarily applied to chronic conditions, particularly those affecting medium to large sized tendons and their insertions on bone.

How does it work?

Waves are generated by repetitive collision between the application tip and an accelerated projectile within the hand piece through pneumatic mechanism (compressed air)

The waves spread out radially and through the body’s tissue

Mechanical pressure has shown to increase cell membrane permeability, macrophage immigration, endoplasmic reticulum function

Benefits

Promote bone healing

promote connective tissue healing

Blood flow and RBC perfusion are increased to accelerate healing

  • Calcific Rotator Cuff Tendonitis

    Calcific tendonitis of the rotator cuff is a condition where the build-up of calcium deposits causes tendons to become swollen and irritated. This condition limits the range of movement of the patient and causes pain and discomfort in the arm, neck, and shoulder area.

    Shockwave therapy is very effective in alleviating this pain.

  • Plantar Fasciitis

    Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain and happens when the thick band of tissue, plantar fascia, that connects the heel bone to the toes, is inflamed. The tissue helps absorb the stress at the bottom of the feet, however, if the pressure is too high or persists for a longer period of time, it can damage the tissue

  • Achilles Tendinopathy

    Runners often complain of mild to more severe pain in the back of their legs or just above the heel bone. This is often because of Achilles tendinopathy, an injury to the Achilles tendon, caused by overuse of the tissue that connects calf muscles at the back of the lower leg to the heel bone.

    Over 150,000 people are affected by Achilles tendinopathy every year.

Shockwave Therapy Treatments Can Help With The Following Injuries

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Treatment of Tendinopathy

  • Bursitis

  • Tendonitis

  • Frozen shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

  • Achilles Tendinopathy

  • Hamstring muscle injuries

  • Stiff big toe (hallux rigidus)

  • Scar tissue

  • Heel Spurs

  • Jumper’s Knee (patellar tendonitis)

  • Myofascial trigger points

  • Calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff

  • Shoulder pain

  • Shin splints

  • Muscle & connective tissue injuries