Frequently Asked Questions:
How long does it take??
Typically the active treatment is about 5 minutes
per area that we are treating, with additional assessment time and treatment
- visits are approximately 15 minutes. /Most conditions require multiple treatments spaced
several days apart to allow your body to do its natural healing in between
sessions.
Is it effective, can it help me??
Yes. The evidence overwhelming supports
Shockwave Therapy as a breakthrough technology that is often the best choice
for certain conditions that do not respond well to other forms of treatment.
Shockwave therapy works without the use of drugs
to stimulate your body's natural healing process. There is an
immediate reduction of pain and improved ease of movement.
Is it safe??
Yes. All studies show that Shockwave
Therapy when used for the appropirate conditions has no negative health
effects.
Does it hurt??
If your treatment is on a "fleshy" area, you are
not likely to feel any discomfort at all. Treatment on "boney" regions
tend to be more sensative. Your first treatment might be slightly
uncomfortable but most patients find it tolorable. As your body heals,
you will find each successive treatment easier.
If you are especially sensative, adjustments on
the equipment can decrease the discomfort you feel.
How does it work??
A small metal ball (projectile) is accelerated
inside the handpiece using electomagnetic propulsion until it impacts the
stop plate. This collision creates a mechanical pressure wave.
The wave of energy is transferred to the applicator head which then sends
that energy through your body.
The process is often loud, but rest assured that
is normal. The sound you hear is nothing more than the sound generated
when the projectile impacts the stop plate in the handpiece.
COMMONLY TREATED CONDITIONS:
Plantar Fascitis:
Radial Shockwave is a safe, effective and easy
treatment ofr patients with chronic plantar fasciitis. Researchers
recommend considering Shockwave Therapy for every patient with chronic
plantar fasciitis, who hasn't responded to convential treatment. It
improves pain, function and quality of life and it strongly recommended for
patient with therapy-reistant plantar heel pain. One research article
found that 3 sessions of shockwave treatment was equally effective as 10
sessions of convential physical therapy, providing faster immediate pain
relief.
Tendinopathy:
A study on achilles tendinopathy showed improvement in over 75% of tendons
treated with shockwave therapy a year after conclusion of treatment.
There is other research that shows similar results with hamstring and
patellar tendiopathy as well.
Rotator Cuff / Shoulder Pain:
Shockwave thearpy applied to patient with shoulder lesions of the rotator
cuff resulted in pain relief, increase range of motion and increase in the
muscluar strength. These changes were often maintained at 3, 6 and 12
month follow ups.
Epicondylitis - Tennis and Golfer's Elbow
Significant improvement of pain, function and strength with shockwave
therapy. Over 85% of patients with chronic, long term symptoms were
satisfied with the treatment.
Hip - Bursitis and TFL/IT Band Injuries
With the thickness and location of the TFL/IT Band, it is an area that has
responded poorly to conservative treatment, while at the same time created a
lot of problems and pain, especially in active individuals. Shockwave
Therapy is able to create energy with its impulses to create positive change
in this structure.
The tighter the TFL/IT Band, the more strain in placed across the bursa,
creating it to inflame leading to significant amounts of pain and limited
activity. Shockwave reduces the tension in the overlying structure,
improves circulation and reduces inflammation. Getting to the source
of the problem, we see long term results with this cutting edge therapy.
Knee Pain - Runner's Knee / Patellar Tracking
We have seen an increased number of paitent presenting with knee pain over
the last few years.
Patient Notice:
Shockwave Therapy is applied directly to the skin.
Patients are encouraged to bring appropriate
clothing, that allows for exposure of the skin. (Gowns are also
available)
Shockwave Therapy
A cutting edge therapy, changing the way your
chronic injuries are treated....
Common Treated Conditions:
PLANTAR FASCIITIS - Heel Pain
ELBOW PAIN - Tennis or Golfer's Elbow
SHOULDER PAIN - Rotator Cuff Injuries
HIP PAIN - Bursitis, IT Band
KNEE PAIN - Osteoarthritis and Tendonitis
ACHILLES TENDON -
TRIGGER POINT / MUSCLE TENSION
TRIGGER FINGER
CHRONIC NECK AND BACK PAIN
OSTEOARTHRITIS
Shockwave therapy significantly improves pain,
function and quality of life in patients
Even when other therapy options
have failed.
Patient Information - Video Links
What is Shockwave??
Shockwaves are mechanical pressure waves that
work on tissue. Shockwave therapy is widely used to treat
musculoskeletal problems. Its efficacy has been described and
confirmed in numerous international studies and reports.
$75 / Session
Direct Billing to Most Insurance Companies -
Available.
Our Shockwave therapy is performed by the
chiropractor, not a hired tech with no medical training.
Most treatment is combined with additional chiropractic treatment.
We feel that
this gives the patient SUPERIOR service and EXCELLENT resutls
