Product Description
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.
Indications for Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is primarily used in the treatment of common musculoskeletal conditions. These include:
Upper and lower extremity tendinopathies
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
Medial tibial stress syndrome
Patellar tendinopathy
Plantar fasciopathy.
Adhesive capsulitis[15]
Non-union of long bone fracture
Avascular necrosis of femoral head[7]
Osteoarthritis of the knee[16]
There is no standardized ESWT protocol for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions.
Contraindications to ESWT in Physiotherapy
Pregnancy
Over major blood vessels and nerves
Pacemakers or other implanted devices
Open wounds
Joint replacements
Epiphysis
Blood clotting disorders including thrombosis
Infection
Cancerous tissues
A compromised mental status of the patient and/or the inability to cooperate.
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive procedure for treating a number of painful
musculoskeletal conditions. ESWT uses shockwaves to stimulate healing of the problematic tissue.
What are some common indications for ESWT?
Plantar fasciitis
Tennis or golfer's elbow
Calcific tendinopathy of the shoulder
Patellar tendinopathy
Achilles tendinopathy
How does ESWT heal an injury?
The mechanism of ESWT on musculoskeletal disorders is not fully understood, however it is thought that the
shockwaves initiate a proinflammatory response in the affected tissue. The body responds by increasing the
blood circulation and metabolism in the affected area which accelerates the body's own healing process.
It can provide short-term reduction in pain and sensitivity to the area targeted. Over time, ESWT triggers
the body's repair mechanism through the local release of various growth factors.
Why and when should I have ESWT?
ESWT is offered to patients who have not responded to treatments such as rest, ice, pain relief medications and physiotherapy.
Are there any adverse effects?
ESWT is safe and effective. The shockwaves may be uncomfortable or painful, but most patients tolerate it well.
Minor bruising may develop, but that is temporary and rare.
What should I do after the treatment?
You will be able to return to your usual activities right after the procedure and return to work immediately.
However, it is advised not to undertake any strenuous pain-provoking activity 48 hours following the procedure.
Aggravating activities (e.g., running in the case of plantar fasciitis) should be avoided until two weeks after the
completion of the course of ESWT.
Concurrent therapy (e.g., physiotherapy or orthotics) may be prescribed to address the underlying biomechanical causes of the injury.
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) - An innovative method for pain treatment
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT for short) is a non-invasive option for the treatment of various pains
and diseases of the musculoskeletal system. ESWT has been used successfully in orthopaedic pain therapy since
the beginning of the 1990s.
Many years of experience prove that certain pathological changes in tendons, ligaments, capsules, muscles and
bones can be specifically eliminated with the help of this healing method. Frequently treated conditions include
frozen shoulder, tennis elbow and heel pain (plantar fasciitis).
The shock waves used are short sound pulses that can penetrate water and soft tissue. The shock waves are
generated outside the body (»extracorporeally«) in the handpiece of the device and transmitted into the patient's
body by means of ultrasound gel, where they have a targeted effect on the painful areas.
Product Parameters
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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