Shockwave therapy is a highly effective non-invasive and non-surgical solution for musculoskeletal pain. This extracorporeal shockwave therapy is frequently used in physiotherapy, orthopaedics and sports medicine for pain relief. At Lifecare Physiotherapy, we offer treatments using BTL 6000 Topline power unit which is very effective in penetrating and reaching deeper structures like piriformis muscle, in addition it is more effective in breaking down scar tissue and calcium deposits.
MECHANISM OF ACTION:
A shockwave is an acoustic wave which carries high energy to painful spots and Musculoskeletal tissues with subacute, sub-chronic and chronic conditions. This energy promotes regenerating and reparative processes of the bones, tendons and other soft tissues.
● Analgesic effect- decrease of muscle tension and inhibition of spasms
● Acceleration of healing- increase of collagen production, improved metabolism and microcirculation
● Mobility restoration- dissolution of calcific fibroblasts
Most common uses:
● Painful shoulder (CALCIFICATION, TENDONITIS, IMPINGEMENT SYNDROME)
● Tennis elbow
● Trochanteric bursitis
● Achillodynia
● Carpal tunnel
● Jumper’s knee
● Tibialis anterior syndrome
● Pain in groin area
● Plantar fasciitis, heel spurs
Treatment duration: 10-15 Minutes (on average per treatment area)
Frequency: 1/week (on average)
Total number of sessions needed: 3-5 sessions (on average)