What Is Shockwave Therapy?
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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive treatment used to speed up healing and reduce pain in musculoskeletal conditions. It works by sending acoustic shockwaves into the affected area, stimulating blood flow and cellular repair. These shockwaves help break down calcified tissues and trigger your body’s natural healing processes.
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Perfect for conditions like tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and chronic muscle pain, ESWT can be a game changer in manual therapy, giving you faster recovery and long-term pain relief without surgery or medication!
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How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?
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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) works by delivering high-energy sound waves (shockwaves) to the targeted area of the body. These shockwaves create microtrauma in the tissues, which stimulates the body’s natural healing responses. Here's how it works step-by-step:
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Mechanical Stimulation: The shockwaves are directed at the injured area, creating mechanical pressure that disrupts the tissue, improving blood flow and nutrient delivery to the site.
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Cellular Repair: The microtrauma from the shockwaves triggers the body’s natural repair mechanisms. This helps stimulate the production of collagen and other vital proteins needed for tissue healing and regeneration.
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Pain Reduction: Shockwave therapy reduces nerve sensitivity by decreasing inflammation and promoting the release of endorphins, providing almost immediate pain relief in some cases
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Breaking Down Calcifications: In conditions where calcifications or scar tissue are present (such as tendonitis or plantar fasciitis), shockwave therapy helps break down these deposits, allowing the tissues to function normally again.
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By enhancing circulation, reducing pain, and promoting tissue regeneration, shockwave therapy can be a highly effective treatment for chronic musculoskeletal conditions without the need for invasive procedures.
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