Shockwave therapy (SWT) is a non-invasive acoustic wave which carries high energy to painful spots in musculoskeletal tissues. The high energy helps promote regeneration and reparative processes of tendons, bones and other soft tissues. Compressed air creates kinetic energy in a projectile which in turn transmits it’s energy from the applicator to the target tissue.
By delivering a mechanical stress to injured tissues, Shock Waves can enable:
The Swiss DolorClast Method® is the most well-researched shock wave therapy. A combination of unique technologies, clinically proven protocols and education ensure significant improvement in given musculoskeletal and dermatological indications.
Your chiropractor will go through a full medical history and physical examination before recommending Shockwave Therapy as a treatment option for you. Depending on the type of condition that you are presenting with, your chiropractor may also recommend that you have a diagnostic ultrasound examination to help with a more accurate diagnosis before deciding on SWT.
These are some of the most common types that we see:
SWT has been found to bring relief in most patients after just a few treatment sessions, even in patients suffering from chronic pain. Generally, we would anticipate some relief of your symptoms after 3-5 sessions. It is vitally important that you follow your chiropractor’s recommendations in reference to precautions and exercises that you will need to do in between sessions to aid in your recovery and response to treatment.
Normally, the sessions are spaced at one week intervals. There is some flexibility in the frequency but it depends on how you are responding to each session. We normally allow about 15 minutes per session, however, the actual application of the shockwave is not normally much longer than about 5 minutes.
There may be a slight feeling of discomfort during the treatment, depending on the level of pain you are already experiencing in the area. However, since the treatment lasts only about five minutes, most people can tolerate this discomfort.
Yes, being clinically proven is one of the pillars of the Swiss DolorClast method. Many randomised controlled trials (RCTs) demonstrating efficacy and safety of the Swiss DolorClast method on different indications have been published in the international peer-review literature. So far, 26 RCTs have been published on the Swiss DolorClast method, 15 of which have been listed in the PEDro database.
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Most health insurance providers will cover either all or part of the cost, depending on your policy. Please check with your provider for further information.
Within the chiropractic profession, this is often referred to as a spinal adjustment.
Our practice boasts its own on-site Digital X-Ray facilities enabling us, where necessary, in making quick and affordable diagnostic decisions before commencing a course of treatment.
Our chiropractic centre is pleased to be able to offer this valuable new service for its patients.
Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive acoustic wave which carries high energy to painful spots in musculoskeletal tissues.
