“What is that noise I hear over there?”
“What is that big machine?”
“My pain is RIGHT HERE. Is there anything that can help with this spot, exactly?”
“I came to see if shockwave might help me as my friend said it was a game-changer.”
These are common questions that we will hear in clinic when it comes to the shockwave machine.
“What is that noise I hear over there?”
Yes, the shockwave is audible due to the mechanical method in which it works. Shockwave therapy produces an acoustic pressure wave via a mechanical projector inside the device. It is this projection that pushes the wave and is the cause of “that noise”. These acoustic waves are transmitted into the body’s tissue at the point of contact and then extend radially.
These strong energy pulses, in the form of acoustic waves, are applied to the affected area for a short period of time to stimulate the cells responsible for bone and connective tissue healing.
“What is that big machine?”
Agreed, when we roll in the “big trolley,” it might look intimidating, but be assured that it has been designed to be portable, with its own integrated compressor, and contains a therapeutic encyclopedia within to provide appropriate parameters for each stage and condition.
“My pain is RIGHT HERE. Is there anything that can help with this spot, exactly?”
Shockwave is a modality that can be used for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. It is primarily applied to chronic conditions that the body has been unable to heal on its own. Typical issues affecting medium to large sized tendons, connective tissue and insertions to bone can be treated using shockwave. The list of possibilities includes but is not limited to:
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Achilles Tendonopathy
- Some Bursitis
- Epicondylitis (tennis or golfer’s elbow)
- Calcific tendinosis (commonly at rotator cuff)
- Patellar tendinosis (jumper’s knee)
- Morton’s neuroma
- Chronic stress/non-union fractures.
If you are thinking about shockwave for any of the above or something else, ask us if it may be appropriate for you.
“I came to see if shockwave might help me, as my friend said it was a game-changer.”
Shockwave has proven to be effective as a treatment for those experiencing chronic pain. A large body of research exists that demonstrates its effectiveness for many conditions. When performed by a regulated health professional, it is a safe practice although mild side effects may occur after treatment, such as mild discomfort, slight bruising and odd sensations at the treated location. This may last for a few hours after treatment. Let’s assess to see if shockwave may benefit you as well.
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