Shockwave Therapy

Radial Shockwave Therapy, also known as radial extracorporeal shockwave therapy (rESWT), is a non-invasive treatment that uses pressure waves to accelerate injured tissue healing and reduce pain. Short, intense waves are passed into affected tissues, increasing blood flow, providing analgesic effects, and stimulating repair and regeneration. This process activates the body’s natural healing mechanisms. Shockwave Therapy is used to treat various conditions involving tendons, muscles, and even bones. Conditions commonly treated include plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, knee pain, tennis elbow, shoulder pain, back pain, shin splints, and more. What to expect? While the term “shockwave” may seem intimidating, the treatment typically begins with a low energy level, gradually increasing as your body adapts. Some initial discomfort may occur, but it is manageable and diminishes as the treatment progresses. The “scary” thing you may hear about shockwave therapy is the sound. It is a little loud because it uses high-energy acoustic sound waves that are similar to ultrasound. The sound waves are generated by a machine and delivered to the target area through a handheld device. The device contains a piston that’s activated by compressed air, which causes the piston to rattle back and forth and strike the head of the transmitter.