SHOCKWAVE THERAPY
Shockwave Therapy – What is it?
Maximum results in a minimum of time. Shockwave is the ideal treatment method for chronic and complex musculoskeletal conditions. Treatment results in pain reduction, regeneration of affected tissue and breakdown of calcification and fibrosis.
Shockwave Therapy is a radial / mechanical pressure waves treatment, designed to speed up recovery and reduce pain. It is clinically proven and highly effective for the treatment of acute or chronic soft tissue conditions and injuries. The high-energy impulses activate and speed up the healing process in a completely natural way by; producing a rapid increase in blood circulation, break down of scar tissue and stimulating cell regeneration by kick-starting the inflammatory process which results in the reduction of pain and improving function.
Shockwave is a non invasive, safe alternative to injections or surgery for really chronic injuries and is ideal for those conditions where patients do not seem to be able to get rid of their pain despite every effort.
Shockwave Therapy – Further Info…
Shockwave has now been recognised and recommended by NICE (UK National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence) and available on the NHS, insurance company and self funding options.
State of the art technology … recent research suggests that this after only 3 or 4 treatments of shockwave therapy, over 80% of patients report a reduction of pain and improvement in function/hobbies.
Shockwave Therapy – What can it treat?
The list below are some of the common conditions that have been shown to improve greatly following a course of shockwave therapy:
· Plantar Fasciitis
· Achilles Tendinopathy
· Shin Splints
· Tibialis Posterior and Peroneal Tendinopathies
· Knee Pain
· Patellar Tendinopathy
· Lateral Hip Pain
· Gluteus Medius Tendinopathy
· Bursitis (Hip of the hip and knee)
· Tennis Elbow
· Golfers Elbow
· Shoulder Pain
Shockwave Therapy – What can I expect from my treatment?
After a Shockwave therapy appointment, you may experience a slight and temporary increase in pain before feeling the decrease in pain in the affected area begins. However, many patients experience an improvement in symptoms almost immediately, while others can take several weeks to respond.