Shockwave Therapy in Columbus, OH | Be Aligned Health

Shockwave Therapy in Columbus, Ohio

What is Shockwave or Focused Ultrasound Therapy?

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What are the benefits of Shockwave Therapy? 

Shockwave, or focused ultrasound stimulates the body’s natural self-healing process. Following treatment of an injury site, there is often reduction of pain and improved range of motion.  Typically, shockwave therapy is used to promote accelerated tissue repair and joint healing, analgesia (pain relief) and improved joint mobility.  Shockwave may also eliminate your need for surgery depending on the amount of instability present in the injured area.  It can help to heal ligament and muscle tears smaller than 3mm, and can help chronically injured areas begin a new healing phase.

Tendinitis/tendinosis 

Rotator cuff sprain/strain

Weakness

Limited range of motion

Frozen shoulder syndrome

Arthritis

Labral tears

Instability

Pain

  • Helps break down scar tissue from chronic injury
  • Stimulates microcirculation of blood and lymphatic tissue
  • Releases Substance P Neurotransmitter responsible for pain modulation
  • Increases the presence and utilization of mesenchymal stem cells in treatment area
  • Enhances healing of cartilage 
  • Releases nitric oxide - causes increased cellular healing
  • Useful in helping various injuries and conditions like: Frozen shoulder syndrome,  rotator cuff sprains/strains, plantar fasciitis, golfers and tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, knee and hip injuries, arthritis, spinal injuries and disc herniations.

  • How many treatments will I need?

    The number of treatments and use of different shockwave instruments depends on the severity, chronicity and location(s) of the condition(s). 


    Normally four to twelve treatments are necessary at weekly or biweekly intervals; there is a small possibility that additional treatments may be necessary if your condition is very chronic and/or you have severely restricted joint range of motion (ie. Frozen shoulder). 


    Should you not respond during this time, your case will be reviewed with the doctor to determine an appropriate referral. Success rates with shockwave are unparalleled (over 80-90% of patients see long term improvement). 


  • Does the treatment hurt?

    Initially, as the shockwave engages injured tissue or ischemic areas i.e. sites with low blood flow or scar tissue, the initial treatment may be uncomfortable. However, most people can easily tolerate the procedure. 

  • Will it hurt after the treatment?

    There may or may not be pain or soreness after treatment, but some discomfort may be experienced 2-4 hours after the treatment. This treatment does break down scar tissue, and the body does need some time to heal.  In some cases, it can last up to 48 hours and in very rare cases, the pain or soreness has lasted up to 5 days. Some bruising and swelling can occur, although it is very rare. 

  • What should I do if I am in pain after the treatment?

    Shockwave will trigger an inflammatory response, which is the body’s natural process of healing. For this reason, do not use anti-inflammatory medications. You can use ice in a limited fashion, no more than 20 minutes per hour.  The pain should subside within 24 hours. 

  • What if it feels good after the treatment?

    Even if it feels good, we recommend decreased activity for 48 hours following the treatment. Your tissue is healing, and overuse can lead to reinjury.

  • Is Shockwave therapy (ESWT) covered by my insurance?

    Although FDA approved, Shockwave is not covered by insurance. 

  • What is the success rate for this kind of treatment?

    A successful treatment is considered as a patient having at least 75% reduction in pain within 3 months with improvements in pain free range of motion, strength, and improved functional ability. Worldwide, success rates with shockwave have been reported at 80 to 90%!



  • What if it doesn’t work for me?

    Although many improvements are noticed in the first few weeks of treatment, the long-term benefits of this treatment may take up to 3-4 months to see maximum improvement, and in some rarer cases 6-12 months. If after this time there has not been any marked improvement, you should see your doctor for further treatment options. 

  • Are there contraindications and/or precautions?

    Contraindications include coagulation disorders, thrombosis, patients using anticoagulants, especially marcumar, heparin, and coumadin. Cancer patients, polyneuropathy in patients with diabetes mellitus, sites with pus in the target area.

  • What are possible side effects?

    There are no known major side effects.

    Some minor side effects may include: (These side effects are rare and generally abate after 2-5 days). • Swelling, reddening, hematomas, petechiae, bruising, pain.


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