Shockwave therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic waves to promote healing in injured tissues. The therapy delivers high-energy sound waves to specific areas of the body, which stimulates the body’s natural healing processes, increases blood flow, and reduces inflammation.
The shockwaves trigger mechanical responses in the tissue, leading to microtrauma that stimulates repair mechanisms, including new blood vessel formation.
It also helps to break down calcified tissue, release muscle tension, and inhibit pain signals.
Since it’s non-invasive, there’s no need for anesthesia, and patients can often return to daily activities soon after treatment.
Shockwave therapy is valued for its minimal side effects, making it a popular option for managing chronic pain and enhancing tissue repair without surgery.
SHOCKWAVE THERAPY IS AVAILABLE AT LONDON HEALTHCARE CLINIC
It is commonly used to treat chronic pain conditions, particularly in areas like the tendons and muscles.
This includes:
Shockwave therapy can help dissolve calcium deposits in tissues, such as in calcific shoulder tendinopathy.
It can aid in promoting the healing of fractures and bone defects by increasing the activity of osteoblasts (cells responsible for bone formation).
Commonly used for treating soft tissue injuries like strains or sprains, especially when other conservative treatments haven’t been successful.
