Shockwave Therapy: A "Kickstart" for Your Body’s Healing

 
 

If you are dealing with a "nagging" pain that just won't go away, Shockwave Therapy might be the answer. It’s a safe, non-invasive way to help your body fix itself—without needles or surgery!

What is Shockwave Therapy?

Don't let the name scare you! It doesn't use electricity and it doesn't feel like an electric shock.

Instead, a special device sends fast sound waves (like tiny pulses of energy) through your skin and into the sore spot. It feels like a deep, pulsing vibration.

How Does It Help My Pain?

Think of your injury like a "stuck" zipper. Sometimes, your body stops trying to fix an old injury, and the area gets stiff and painful. The shockwaves act like a wake-up call:

  • Increases Blood Flow: It brings fresh blood to the area to help things heal faster.

  • "Resets" the Healing: It tells your body to start fixing old, damaged tissue again.

  • Turns Down Pain: It helps quiet the nerves that are sending "ouch" signals to your brain.

  • Breaks Up Stiffness: It helps soften hard, crunchy spots (like scar tissue) so you can move easier.

What Can We Treat?

We use Shockwave Therapy to help with common "hot spots" like:

  • Foot Pain: (Plantar Fasciitis)

  • Achilles Tendon: (Back of the heel)

  • Tennis Elbow: (Pain on the outside of the arm)

  • Shoulder Pain: (Rotator cuff issues, Frozen shoulder)

  • Knee Pain: (Jumper's knee)

Is it right for you? If you have an injury that hasn't gotten better with rest or ice, your body might just need a little "nudge" to finish the job.

One session and he was back to walking the golf course without pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it hurt?

You will feel a "deep tapping" or a "thumping" sensation. It might be a little uncomfortable for a minute if the area is already very sore, but most people say it feels like a "good hurt"—like a deep tissue massage. We can always adjust the machine to make sure you’re comfortable!

How many sessions will I need?

Every body is different, but most patients see great results in just 3 to 5 sessions. We usually space them out about a week apart to give your body time to heal between visits.

Is it safe?

Yes! Shockwave therapy is used by pro athletes and doctors all over the world. It doesn't use any drugs or radiation. It simply uses sound energy to help your body do what it does best: repair itself.