Shockwave Therapy
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy treatment (ESWT) is a clinically proven treatment available for patients presenting
primarily with chronic tendon disorders. This is a successful second line treatment for patients who fail to respond to
appropriate conservative management including physiotherapy.
Shockwave is a procedure where sound waves of energy are passed through the skin to the injured part of the body
using a special device. The shockwaves are mechanical and not electric and work by increasing blood flow to the
injured area. This accelerates the body's healing process.The ESWT application lasts about 5 minutes to deliver
the shockwave energy and you must attend for 3 sessions over 3 consecutive weeks.
Indications
Patients must have an on-going tendinopathy or calcification for more than 6 months and have failed at least one
course of conservative treatment such as physiotherapy, injection therapy or orthotics. All patients must have
had some imaging to confirm diagnosis prior to ESWT.
Contraindications:
Pregnancy
Lung tissue in direction of sound fields
Presence of a Cardiac pacemaker
Has had a Cortico-Steroid injection in the area in past 3 months
Over or near bone growth centers until bone growth is complete
Malignancy is known to be present in or near the treatment area
Treatment site has open wounds, skin rashes, swollen, inflamed, or infected areas
Over ischemic tissues in individuals with vascular disease
Coagulation disorder or taking anticoagulant/antiplatelet medications
Infection at the treatment site to avoid the risk of spreading
History of latex allergy or allergy to coupling solution
Conditions include Plantar fasciitis, Achilles Tendinopathy, Patellar tendinopathy, Calcific
tendonitis, Greater trochanter pain syndrome, Tennis elbow
ESWT SHOCKWAVE THERAPY
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is a noninvasive treatment that
involves delivery of shock waves to injured soft tissue to
reduce pain and promote healing.
Mechanism of action
The radial shockwave causes mechanical stimulation and carries a high dosage
of energy to trigger regeneration and reparation processes.
It is the first-choice treatment in chronic conditions such as superficial tendinopathies,
calcifications, and persistent pain of muscles and tendons.
Shock Wave Benefits
Success rate of 80% Non surgical and drug free Non-invasive No risk of infection
Faster and easier healing Reduce expenses
Treatment Result
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) -up to 91%
Calcifying Tendonitis of the Shoulder -up to 91%
Plantar Fasciitis -up to 88%
Patellar Tendonitis/Tendonosis (Jumper's Knee) -up to 87%
Achilles Tendonitis/Tendonosis -up to 87%
How Does Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Work?
Shockwave therapy helps to accelerate the body's normal healing process. It helps speed up the recovery
of injured joints and tissue while diminishing pain and discomfort.
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy works in two ways, either through focused shockwaves or radial pressure
waves. Both methods are outpatient, and several treatments may be required to treat your specific condition.
The focused shockwave method uses a very focused impulse to target affected areas through an extracorporeal
shockwave therapy machine. There is no need for anesthesia since the shockwave used is low energy. The patient
lays down with the affected area exposed. The doctor applies a special gel to the affected area, which helps deliver
the impulses deeper into the skin.
The ESTW machine is turned on and the instrument, or shockwave gun, is pressed against the affected area.
Rapid impulses are then delivered to the patient. Treatment typically lasts between 5 and 15 minutes. While
this treatment can be uncomfortable for some, most do not experience any pain.
Patients receiving shockwave therapy can expect:
A reduction of pain felt by nerve fibres;
An increase of blood circulation in surrounding soft tissues;
Stimulation of the healing process triggered by stem cell activation.
Does Shockwave Therapy Work?
Studies are not complete on the effectiveness of shockwave therapy and are currently ongoing. Regardless, the results
of shockwave therapy may not reveal themselves immediately, and it may take some time for them to be noticed.
Shockwave therapy is best used when coupled with another form of therapy, like physical therapy. An injury prevention
specialist may be consulted if the injury is related to sports.
ESWT research has shown that treatment has been performed effectively on several patients. Additionally, there
is strong evidence of its success in treating Achilles tendinopathy and relieving the symptoms.
ESWT has expanded its treatment areas over the years. While research is still ongoing, medical professionals
hope ESWT therapies can help treat neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis and the effects of stroke.
ESWT treatments are recommended for at least three weeks for the most significant success rates. However,
depending on the individual's injury, more treatments may be needed.
Specification
| Product name |
eswt shockwave therapy |
| frequency |
16hz |
| Power |
250w |
| shoots |
2,000,000 shots *2 |
| function |
reduce pain,promote healing |
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