Radial Shockwave Therapy proven to increase the rate of healing for soft tissue tendinopathy
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that involves creating a series of low energy acoustic wave pulsations that are directly applied to an injury through a person's skin via a gel medium. The concept and technology originally evolved from the discovery that focused sound waves were capable of breaking down kidney and gallstones. Generated shockwaves have proven successful in a number of scientific studies for the treatment of chronic conditions. Shockwave therapy is its own treatment for a lingering injury, or pain resulting from illness. You don't need painkillers with it - the purpose of the therapy is to trigger the body's own natural healing response. Many people report that their pain is reduced and mobility improved after the first treatment.
What are The Benefits of Radial Shockwave Therapy?
Radial Shockwave Therapy (RSWT) offers a range of therapeutic benefits for those suffering from various musculoskeletal conditions. Here are some key advantages of this innovative treatment:
- Improves Blood Flow: Enhances circulation and oxygenation to aid healing.
- Reduces Inflammation: Fights inflammation, reducing chronic pain.
- Boosts Collagen Production: Stimulates collagen for better tissue support.
- Decreases Calcification: Clears calcium deposits in damaged tendons.
- Interrupts Pain Signals: Lowers pain perception by reducing Substance P levels.
- Relaxes Trigger Points: Alleviates muscle tension to ease pain.
How does shockwave therapy work?
Shockwave therapy is a modality that is becoming more common in physiotherapy. Using a much lower energy than in medical applications, shockwave therapy, or extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT), is used in the treatment of many musculoskeletal conditions, primarily those involving connective tissues such as ligaments and tendons.
WHAT CAN IT BE USED FOR?
Shockwave therapy can be used for a wide variety of sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions and particularly those involving the areas of the body where connective tissues attaches to the bone. For example:
• Plantar Fasciitis and heel spurs
• Achilles tendonitis
• Patellar tendonitis
• Shin pain/splints
• Rotator cuff tendonitis and calcification
• Trochanteric bursitis (hip)
• Tennis elbow and Golfers elbow
• Muscles- various trigger points and tension
• Bones- non-union stress fractures
SmartWave BS-SWT2X / BS-SWTX models are the 3rd and 4th generation of Shock Wave Therapy products from LUMSAIL, since 2011. More than 5000 clinic cases and over 2000 units installed all over the world so far. SmartWave is approved by multiple health organizations in different countries.
Shockwave Physiotherapy Machine BS-SWT2X Advantage and Specification:
1. Long lifespan, over 3 million shots before maintenance needed
2. Ti-alloy made applicator, can fully transfer energy to patients, double efficiency than 1st generation
3. Can continuously work over 10000 shots without break, so as to provide excellent treatment result
4. More than 38 pre-set treatment protocols, and support user defined protocols
5. Energy from 10mJ to 185mJ, adjustable per 10mJ as stepping (equal to 0.25Bar to 5Bar)
6. Frequency from 1Hz to 22Hz, adjustable per 1Hz as stepping
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does Shockwave Therapy feel like?
You might feel a bit of discomfort during shockwave therapy, but for most, it's like a quick, mild sting. However, the intensity can be adjusted to keep you comfortable throughout the treatment.
2. Will I be in pain afterward?
A day or two after the treatment, you may feel a slight discomfort, like a bruise, but that is normal and is a sign that the treatment is working.
3. What is the difference between radial shock wave therapy and focused shockwave therapy?
The main difference between radial shock wave therapy and focused shockwave therapy is the type of energy used. Radial shock wave therapy uses ballistic sound waves that penetrate through soft tissue, while focused shockwave therapy uses high-energy acoustic pulses directed at a specific point. Additionally, the treatment area for radial shockwave therapy tends to be larger than for focused shockwave therapy. Both types of shockwave therapy have been shown to be effective in treating pain and promoting healing.
4. What conditions can be treated with Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy?
ESWT is commonly used to treat musculoskeletal disorders such as calcific and non-calcific tendinopathy, medial tibial stress syndrome, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, and tennis elbow. It has also shown promising results in treating erectile dysfunction and kidney stones.
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