Shockwave therapy also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy or ESWT uses focused sound waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes.
At In Good Hands Chiropractic, we use the DolorClast® Smart 20, a state-of-the-art EMS shockwave device that delivers high-energy acoustic waves into injured tissues. These waves trigger a series of positive changes in the body:
- Increased Blood Flow: Shockwaves promote the formation of tiny new blood vessels (angiogenesis), helping bring more oxygen and nutrients to the injured area—speeding up recovery.
- Cellular Repair: The treatment stimulates fibroblasts, the cells responsible for collagen production. Since tendons and ligaments are made mostly of collagen, this is crucial for proper healing.
- Breakdown of Scar Tissue and Calcium Build-Up: Over time, old injuries can leave behind scar tissue or calcium deposits. Shockwave therapy helps break these down and restore normal movement.
- Pain Relief: Shockwaves interfere with pain receptors and help release endorphins, your body’s natural painkillers—leading to noticeable pain reduction.
A 2018 study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that shockwave therapy significantly improved pain and function in patients with chronic tendon injuries.
At our clinic, we’ve seen fantastic results using shockwave therapy or conditions like plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, tennis elbow, and rotator cuff pain—especially when other treatments haven’t worked.
It’s non-invasive, safe, and gets you back on your feet faster.
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