RADIAL SHOCKWAVE THERAPY at Taylor & Thornburg Physical Therapy in Oakland
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Radial Shockwave Therapy (a version of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), or Radial Pressure Wave
Therapy) is an effective and non-invasive way to maximize your body's ability to heal
Therapy) is an effective and non-invasive way to maximize your body's ability to heal
For more a deeper dive into what Shockwave therapy is, what it is, how it works, and what the science says, please see please see our SHOCKWAVE BLOG POST
More importantly that what we can to say about it, this is what our clients are saying about how it has helped them:
More importantly that what we can to say about it, this is what our clients are saying about how it has helped them:
"I suffered with plantar fasciitis for several months, trying physical therapy exercises, and a Cortisone injection. But, I still could not walk comfortably. After three novel shockwave treatments I am hikinh the hills again. Thank you so much"
- J.K
"After struggling with chronic posterior tibial tendonitis for 20+ years, and trying all conservative based treatment, the persistent pain along the inside of my ankle and foot continued. Within just a few sessions of radial shockwave therapy, I started to notice a reduction in pain and inflammation along the tendon. But the biggest improvement was noted several weeks after the treatment was completed. It has been several months now and I can honestly say my pain has not returned. "
"Radial shockwave therapy gave me results that no other treatment had. I highly recommend it to anyone dealing with chronic posterior tibial tendonitis who hasn't found relief through conventional methods."
- H.D
Shockwave Therapy uses mechanical sound waves to break down scar tissue and stimulate new blood vessel growth, activating stem cells and accelerating healing. It is effective on various types of tissues, including bone, muscle, tendon and skin. Shockwave triggers small amounts of micro-inflammation. These effects trick your body into initiating a natural response to repair and regenerate damaged tissues. Radial shockwaves have the ability to penetrate tissues up to a depth of 2 inches.
Each treatment session takes between 20 and 30 minutes. For the most successful outcome, a minimum of 3 treatments is recommended, one per week, with a fourth followup visit scheduled 4-6 weeks after the 3rd session. This permits the tissue time to heal and allows your therapist to determine if an additional 1-2 sessions are needed.
There is usually very mild to no discomfort from treatments. Areas with less padding, like elbows and feet, tend to be more sensitive. Post-treatment soreness is uncommon.
Shockwave therapy is not an insurance-covered service. Shockwave appointments are scheduled separately. You can schedule physical therapy and shockwave on the same day.
A typical Shockwave Therapy session costs $200, depending on the ailment. Clients new to our practice and coming for shockwave only require an intake appoinment along with their first treatment. These sessions typically run 55 minutes and cost $350.
BENEFITS OF TREATMENT:
- Reduces pain
- Restores Range of motion
- Creates New Blood Flow
- Reduces scar tissue
- Activates endogenous stem cells
- Can help reduce / eliminate medication
- Non-invasive, restorative, possible alternative to surgery
- No side effects
SHOCKWAVE IS WELL SUITED FOR SOFT TISSUE PROBLEMS, SUCH AS TENDON, LIGAMENTS AND MUSCLE:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tibialis posterior tendonitis
- Hallus regidus (turf toe)
- Patella tendinitis (jumper's knee)
- Shin splints
- Iliotibial band syndrome
- Trochanteric bursitis (greater trochanteric pain syndrome)
- Golfers and tennis elbow
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Shoulder burisits
- Rotator cuff teninitis and calcification
- Scars and abrasions
- Muscular scar tissue
TREATABLE ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS:
- Arthritis / joint pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Spasticity
- Scoliosis
- Nerve entrapments