Shockwave Therapy
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What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Millions of individuals experience musculoskeletal ache on a daily basis, for which Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) can provide relief. This technology, which is frequently used by Olympic athletes and football teams in the premier league, is extremely potent in relieving pain and aiding in healing. Shockwave therapy stimulates the body’s natural healing response, and has been demonstrated to be efficacious in treating the underlying pathology as well as providing speedy symptomatic relief.
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Shockwave Therapy Is A Multidisciplinary Treatment Option
Before providing a customized treatment plan that will be the most effective for your situation, your Shockwave Therapy specialists at Diamond Medical Clinic will take the time to fully comprehend your health issues and your goals. Shockwave therapy has shown to provide a significant clinical advantage for many conditions:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Peyronie's Disease
- Prostatitis
- Chronic Pelvic Pain
- Urinary Incontinence
Say goodbye to pain and get started on your road to recovery with Shockwave Therapy just like the elite athletes at top football clubs.
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What To Expect During Shockwave Therapy
Some patients report mild discomfort and immediate relief after the first treatment. However, the effects are most prominent after the second or third treatment. Your clinician will be able to help you through this process as every patient based on their condition may respond differently. Shockwave therapy is clinically validated to be safe and shows no dangerous side effects long-term. (Science Direct)
Shockwave Therapy Applications Include:
- Rotator Cuff
- Lateral Epicondyle
- Medial Epicondyle
- Greater Trochanter Pain
- Proximal Hamstring
- Rectus Femoris
- Patellar Tendon
- Peroneal Pain
- Achilles
- Plantar fascia
How many Shockwave treatments are required?
While the total number of treatments will be tailored to achieve your functional goals, you can experience positive results immediately. On average, 3, 6, 9 or 12 shockwave treatment sessions will be recommended to comprehensively address your specific condition and this results in long-term results without any needles, drugs, or surgery.
Can I resume training after shockwave therapy?
It is advisable to carry out physical activities in accordance with the instructions given by the doctor who will provide you expert guidance during your recovery, such as;
- Physical Therapy Exercises
- At Home Stretching
- Massage Therapy
- Cryotherapy
- Rest During Recovery
THE SCIENCE OF SHOCKWAVE SUCCESS
This is a non-invasive procedure which utilizes a series of high-peak acoustic wave pulsations generated by the shockwave device to be applied directly to the injured tissue. Shockwave Therapy works by stimulating the body’s metabolism and increasing blood circulation to the damaged area, thereby accelerating the healing process.
Clinical Benefits Of Shockwave Therapy
Not sure if shockwave therapy is right for you? Contact Us to request your complimentary consultation and the doctors at Diamond Medical Clinic will answer all of your questions.
TREAT Deeper.
Shockwave therapy units reach a therapeutic penetration depth of up to 6 cm* for Radial Pressure Wave devices Shockwave devices impact tissue at the surface level down to deeper depths of penetration to treat a wide range of pathologies.
TREAT Faster.
On average, shockwave therapy normally consists of 6 treatments to help produce effective clinical outcomes. Typically, treatment times last for 5 minutes, allowing the treatment to easily fit into any busy schedule.
TREAT Easier.
Shockwave therapy is an easy and effective treatment alternative for many patients to prevent or delay needing surgery or needing to use opioid medications. The ease of use and affordability make it valuable addition to care plans.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions And Answers About Shockwave Therapy
The FDA has approved shockwave therapy as a form of treatment for some medical ailments. Read the FDA Approval summary of safety and effectiveness here. While it has been most widely used around the world for the treatment of professional athletes, it has also found several other successful applications. One use of shockwave therapy is to mitigate the effects of erectile dysfunction (ED).
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Before deciding on the best course of treatment, our doctors will work with you to develop an unbeatably affordable, personalized care plan and will go through any expenses and financing options with you.
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How long does shockwave therapy take to start working? Depending on the location of the patient’s discomfort and their current health, different patients may experience different treatment outcomes. Most patients will see a considerable clinical benefit in their pain after just the first or second treatment, according to our experience and the research on shockwave therapy. Shockwave therapy may require six to twelve treatment sessions in order to show long-term results.
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Shockwave Therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment (EPAT), Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Technology (ESWT) and Shockwave Therapy (SWT), was developed after Haeusler & Kiefer’s first non-direct contact disintegration of a kidney stone in 1971. (ISMST)