How Our Shockwave Therapy Works
At Back on Track Chiropractic + Acupuncture, we are proud to offer Radial Pulse Wave Therapy, a cutting-edge, non-invasive treatment to relieve pain and accelerate healing. Whether you’re dealing with a sports injury, chronic pain, or other musculoskeletal conditions, Radial Pulse Wave Therapy is a fast and effective solution.
What is Radial Pulse Wave Therapy?
Radial Pulse Wave Therapy (RPWT), also known as Shockwave Therapy, is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy sound waves to target and heal damaged tissues. This therapy stimulates blood flow and triggers your body’s natural healing processes, making it an excellent option for treating a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries and chronic pain conditions.
How Does Radial Pulse Wave Therapy Work?
The therapy involves the use of a handheld device that generates acoustic waves. These waves are applied directly to the treatment area, promoting increased blood flow and collagen production. This process helps to break down scar tissue, reduce pain, and promote faster recovery. The treatment is typically quick, with sessions lasting between 10-20 minutes, and requires no downtime afterward.
The types of tissue that can be targeted to help ailments are trigger points (bundles of tight muscles), tendons and muscle bellies of hypertonic or under-activating muscles, as well as fascia.
Benefits of Radial Pulse Wave Therapy
Patients who undergo Radial Pulse Wave Therapy at Back on Track Chiropractic + Acupuncture experience many benefits, including:
- Non-invasive and drug-free alternative to surgery or injections
- Quick sessions with no downtime
- Effective for chronic pain relief
- Promotes faster healing by improving circulation and tissue regeneration
- Suitable for a wide range of injuries and conditions
“I’m so glad my daughter convinced me to go see Dr. Martin. I have struggled with plantar fasciitis for almost 2 years now and was tired of getting the injections in my heel with only minimal relief. Since I started getting the shock wave and laser treatments from Dr. Martin my pain has reduced tremendously and I’m finally able to do the things I love. Dr. Martin is extremely knowledgeable and explains things in a way that you can understand. He and the staff are so friendly and make you feel like they genuinely care about your well being.” – Janie D., Google Reviews
Conditions treated by Shockwave Therapy
Some examples of this are but not limited to;
- Neck and upper shoulder pain
- Tennis elbow
- Frozen shoulder
- Low back pain
- Plantar fasciitis
- Hip or Gluteal Tendinopathies
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Achilles Tendinosis
- Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (Shin splints)
- Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper’s Knee)
- Hamstring Pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteochondrosis Dessicans (OCD)
- Myofascial Pain Syndrome
What is a Shockwave Therapy Treatment Like?
Shockwave therapy is characterized as non-invasive when compared to injections or surgery. However, whether using our Radial Pulse Wave or and Hydro-Electric device, it is not a comfortable therapy, it is meant to produce some discomfort while having the modality performed. We instruct our patients that the treatment should be intense enough for us to be unable to hold a casual conversation but not too painful to not allow a full treatment time.
The benefits of immediate pain reduction after the therapy as well as the long term benefit of restoring proper motion and joint mechanics mean that a lot of our patients love the “shock wave” and how it has helped their life. Walesizc’s research has also shown that individuals who have gone through a RPW care plan are less likely to rebound with more pain at a later date than individuals who did not receive this modality. Your doctor will also recommend specific exercises to maximize your improvement.
If you have a malignancy, a blood clotting disorder, are currently pregnant, have polyneuralgia or have had a recent corticosteroid injection let your practitioner know before starting this therapy.
Why Choose Radial Pulse Wave Therapy at Back on Track?
At Back on Track Chiropractic + Acupuncture, we specialize in sports injury rehabilitation and advanced therapeutic techniques. Our clinic in Overland Park is equipped with the latest technology, including the Radial Pulse Wave Therapy machine, to ensure you receive the best possible care. Our experienced team of chiropractors is dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health and recovery.
Other Pain Relief Services Available At Our Clinic
Want to look at the other services we have available at our office? Visit our Services page to learn about other options to manage common conditions.
Ready to Get Started with Radial Pulse Wave Therapy?
If you’re ready to experience the benefits of Radial Pulse Wave Therapy for yourself, we invite you to schedule a consultation with our expert team at Back on Track Chiropractic + Acupuncture in Overland Park.
Contact us today to book your appointment and start your journey to pain relief and recovery! Contact us via Phone or E-mail or you may request an appointment through our website!
Updated 09/04/2024
Sources:
Chattanooga Radial Wave Therapy Course
Bihter Akinoğlu, PhD, Nezire Köse, PhD, Nuray Kirdi, PhD, Yavuz Yakut, PhD, Comparison of the Acute Effect of Radial Shock Wave Therapy and Ultrasound Therapy in the Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Controlled Study, Pain Medicine, Volume 18, Issue 12, December 2017, Pages 2443–2452, https://doi.org/10.1093/pm/pnx113
Walewicz, Karolina et al. “The Effectiveness Of Radial Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy In Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain: A Prospective, Randomized, Single-Blinded Pilot Study.” Clinical interventions in aging vol. 14 1859-1869. 30 Oct. 2019, doi:10.2147/CIA.S224001 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6857735/