Shockwave Therapy For Musculoskeletal Injuries in Canada
Shockwave therapy for musculoskeletal injuries is an effective treatment option to speed up the recovery process while being completely non-invasive. By applying acoustic waves to the injured area, more blood flow can access the area, promoting healing and providing pain relief.
How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?
As mentioned, musculoskeletal injuries can be painful and take several weeks (or months) to heal due to the lack of blood flow to the injured area. With shockwave treatment, injuries can potentially heal faster.
Types of Injuries Treated
- Tendonitis
- Chronic pain from injuries
- Plantar fasciitis
- Stress fractures
- Muscle strains (such as the calves and quads)
- Tennis elbow
- Bursitis (including hip bursitis)
- Overuse injuries
- And more
Benefits of Treatment
- Faster healing from injury
- Minimal downtime
- Pain relief
- Improved function
- Non-surgical and non-invasive
- Affordable treatment option
Benefits of Treatment
You might be a candidate for treatment if you have a musculoskeletal injury, including but not limited to Achilles tendonitis, tennis elbow, hip bursitis, and many others. To determine if you are eligible for treatment, contact our office today to schedule a consultation.
What To Expect with Shockwave Therapy Treatment
Shockwave therapy uses a specialized device that is applied to the injured area, which emits shockwaves that will trigger an inflammatory response so that the body can produce more blood flow to the injury. Each session will last approximately 20 minutes. Shockwave therapy is an outpatient procedure with no downtime, enabling patients to drive after each session and resume their normal activities. Many patients receive additional treatment sessions over the course of several weeks to experience the full benefit of treatment.
Is Shockwave Therapy Painful?
How Long Do the Benefits Last?
Shockwave therapy for musculoskeletal injuries is most effective when combined with physical therapy sessions, rest, and/or specific lifestyle adjustments.