PUBLISHED ON May 13, 2024
Managing chronic pain can be debilitating, especially when it prevents you from doing the things you love. Thanks to advancements in physiotherapy, patients have seen progress with extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT).
This article will explain the benefits of shockwave therapy along with what to expect in your first session.
What is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy offers relief for patients living with chronic pain. The process triggers blood flow to the affected areas using advanced technology.
Over time, patients can see an improvement in their:
- Mobility
- Chronic pain
- Recovery speed
What Does It Help With?
Certain parts of the body hold pain more readily than others — namely, the joints and muscles. Shockwave therapy targets these areas specifically. Although it’s great for all sorts of pain, it’s specifically beneficial to treat conditions like:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tendonitis
- Muscle strains
- Golfer’s elbow
Learn More About the Process
One of the main benefits of shockwave therapy is the straightforward process. Your physiotherapist uses a special tool to deliver sound waves to the treated areas.
You can expect a thorough explanation of what to expect, along with detailed after-care instructions to help you recover properly. If you need additional treatments, your physiotherapist will create a schedule that works for you.
Explore the Many Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
There are many benefits of shockwave therapy for people living with chronic pain. This revolutionary treatment option helps patients:
- Lower their pain levels: By targeting pain signals, shockwave therapy lowers pain levels throughout the body. Although effective alone, it is often paired with other treatment options for maximum effect.
- Heal at a faster speed: Since shockwave therapy is noninvasive, recovery times are minimal. This allows patients to recover from their injury faster than invasive options.
- Move easier: Shockwave therapy helps you move much easier without pain. Say goodbye to stiff steps or challenging movements when you treat affected areas.
- Reduce inflammation: Inflammation and pain go hand-in-hand, resulting in swelling of the affected area. Shockwave therapy targets inflammation and reduces pain in the process.
- Recover faster: Shockwave therapy resets the body’s pain cycle. This results in faster recovery periods.
Receive Tailored Solutions
The treatment itself is also pain-free, although some report slight pressure from the ESWT device. Unlike medication and other treatment options, shockwave therapy is fully customizable.
Your physiotherapist can tailor your treatment plan to meet your specific needs. Additionally, shockwave therapy isn’t limited to one area of the body.
You can receive unlimited relief wherever you feel pain, specifically your:
- Shoulders
- Knees
- Feet
- Elbows
You Can Find Relief From Chronic Pain
You can experience the benefits of shockwave therapy yourself when you try this revolutionary healing option. As a noninvasive treatment, it offers unparalleled healing properties.
Active Physiotherapy Brampton is proud to offer shockwave therapy along with other services designed to treat:
- Sports injuries
- Pain from pregnancy
- Injuries from motor vehicle accidents
- And more!
To learn more about our additional services or to schedule your appointment, please call Active Physio Brampton at 289-273-2716. We’re happy to answer any questions you might have.
Sandeep Sraw
Physiotherapist
