Services · Pain management
Shockwave therapy (ECSW)
Focused sound waves that boost circulation, break down scar tissue and calcium deposits, and start the healing response, without drugs or surgery.
Relieve pain with focused sound wave therapy
Extracorporeal shockwave (ECSW) therapy sends controlled acoustic waves into muscles, tendons and ligaments. They improve circulation, break down calcium deposits and scar tissue, and encourage new blood vessels and tissue repair. As inflammation goes down, pain eases and movement improves.
Shockwave can help with
- Acute and chronic joint pain
- Back and neck pain
- Arthritis and inflammation
- Tendonitis and bursitis
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
- Sports and overuse injuries
- Muscle strains and trigger points
- Shoulder, elbow and knee pain
- Calcific tendonitis
- Slow healing or scar tissue
Your shockwave experience
Focused evaluation
An exam and history review, with in-house imaging if needed, to decide if ECSW fits.
Preparation
Conductive gel is applied to the area and your provider walks you through the process.
Treatment
A handheld device delivers the waves in 10 to 20 minutes. You may feel mild discomfort.
A series, adjusted
ECSW works best as a series. We track symptoms and range of motion and adjust.
Often paired with
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