Shockwave Therapy in Vaughan

What Is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave treatment involves the application of short, frequent, and high intensity bursts of mechanical energy (in the form of a shockwave) into soft-tissue that is injured, scarred, or contains adhesions, is painful, or inflamed. This energy shock is not electrical, but rather a rapid high frequency vibration in the form of a Radial Pressure Wave (RPW). When appropriately applied, shockwave can increase local blood flow, improve healing response, break apart scar tissue and adhesions, reduce muscle spasm, and directly decrease pain. Most patients tolerate the treatments well, and report only mild discomfort.

How Does it Work?

Shockwave therapy involves a variation of acoustic waves targeted at the given pain point or injury site to promote accelerated tissue repair and cell growth, pain relief and mobility restoration. The acoustic waves are created by pressurized air and comprised of random peaks and pressure. This energy is released at the end of the applicator and in to the tissue where scar tissue is broken down and blood flow to the area is increased.

Resulting Effects Of Acoustic Waves

New Blood Vessel Formation

Creation of micro-ruptures in tendon and bone

Reversal of Chronic Inflammation

Increase in mast cells

Stimulation of Collagen Production

Acceleration of procollagen Synthesis

Break up of Calcified Fibroblasts

Dispersion of Pain Mediator

Neurotransmitter substance P is interrupted

Release of Trigger Points

Unblocking of calcium pump promoting healthy metabolic process in microfilaments.

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Does It Really Work?

There has been a lot of work done to show the effectiveness of Shockwave Therapy with patient satisfaction reaching 90% in various trials. Studies have shown the reduction and elimination of chronic pain, increase in range of motion and accelerated healing for a wide range of conditions.

We have many patients with a wide range of conditions who have seen the benefits of Shockwave Therapy, see what they have to say in our reviews and testimonials!

Which Conditions Are Best To Treat With Shockwave?

Shockwave Therapy has shown to be effective in tissue repair, pain relief, improvement in motor functionality and range of motion. Here are some conditions where these improvements have been shown:

Reversal of Chronic Inflammation

Plantar Fasciitis

Chronic Tendinopathy

Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper’s Knee)

Achilles Tendonitis

Rotator Cuff Tendonitis

Calcific Tendonitis

Hip Pain

Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome

Heel spurs/Heel pain

Myofascial Trigger Points in muscle

Iliotibial Band Syndrome (IT Band Syndrome)

Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow

Bursitis

Frequently Asked Questions

Some patients report mild discomfort in their first few treatments however this depends heavily from patient to patient and condition. Treatments typically last only five minutes hence making any discomfort tolerable. The intensity of therapy can also be adjusted to work in steps to address the patient’s comfort level. To date, we’ve had patients ranging in all ages and conditions who have successfully completed all treatment sessions.

At My Physio Sports and Rehab Centre the cost of shockwave therapy is $10 per session if included in your treatment plan and included in the total cost of a physiotherapy or chiropractic visit. Hence anyone with extended health benefits will have coverage for treatments.

Our Physiotherapists and Chiropractic therapists both utilize Shockwave therapy in their treatment plan if needed. We have the ability to bill directly to insurance companies if the patient wishes to do so.

The number of sessions required will be determined at the time of your assessment, as it is dependant on the type of condition, length of duration dealing with the injury among other factors.

Feel free to call or email one of our therapists at the clinic to see if shock waves are right for you.

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