شاک ویو تراپی یک روش درمانی غیر جراحی و غیر تهاجمی به حساب میآید که کاربردهای گستردهای دارد. This new treatment method is used in physiotherapy to improve inflammation and other musculoskeletal diseases. In shock wave therapy, high-powered sound waves are used to treat musculoskeletal problems. These high-energy sound waves exert mechanical force on body tissues. This treatment method is used for all kinds of pains related to the skeletal and muscular structure of the body. These waves cause new capillaries to form in the damaged area. As a result, the blood supply to the place increases.
therapeutic effects
Acoustic waves with a high energy peak used in shockwave therapy interact with tissue and cause multiple therapeutic effects, including accelerating tissue repair and cell growth, pain relief, and improving mobility. All the processes mentioned in this section are usually used simultaneously and are used to treat chronic, subacute and acute conditions (professional therapists only).
- Formation of new blood vessels
- elimination of chronic inflammation
- Stimulation of collagen production
- Dissolution of calcified fibroblasts
- Destroying the pain mediator "substance P"
- Soothing irritated areas
Benefits of shock-wave therapy
Using this treatment method, your bone and muscle pain will decrease very quickly. The range of motion of the joints increases and also the problem of bone appendages is solved. The waves of the device make the tendon and bone connection to be rebuilt. The non-invasive nature of shock viotherapy is also one of its other advantages. As a result, the treatment process is safe and painless.
Use of shock-wave in physiotherapy
- Muscle pains
- joint injuries Dupuytren's disease
- tendon inflammation
- joint inflammation
- Heel spurs and foot pains
- Achilles tendon erosion Calcium deposition in tendons and joints Leg pains
- neck, shoulder, elbow and back pain
- Groin and hip pain Sports injuries
- Early boiling of fractures
This shockwave device is used to treat various musculoskeletal diseases. Among the diseases and disorders that can be cured by it, we can mention the following:
Does this treatment method have complications?
So far, no special complications or disorders have been reported after using Shock Wave Therapy. During the treatment process, you may feel a slight pain or some redness and bruising may occur in the area, but these symptoms are not certain and there is a very small chance that these mild symptoms will occur.
Obstacles forbidding the use of the shock-view device
Children who are of growing age and also pregnant women should not use Shockwave. Also, people whose heart works with a device should not be treated by this method. Some diseases also prevent its use. If you have the following problems and diseases, it is better not to use this device:
- risky heart problems
- kidney failure
- High blood pressure
- Neurological disorders
- Acute urinary infection
- Obstruction of the urethra
- Untreated blood coagulation disorders
- Presence of active infection
FAQ
- Will Shockwave Therapy Help Me? Most patients with chronic pain problems have experienced various types of unsuccessful treatments. More than 80% of the same patients worldwide report that Shockwave Therapy has helped them resolve their problem.
- Is this treatment painful? Depending on the amount of pain the patient is currently experiencing in that area, there may be a slight discomfort during the treatment. However, since the treatment only takes about five minutes, most patients can tolerate the discomfort.
- How many treatment sessions will I need? The number of sessions varies depending on the referral and the response of the treated tissue. The treatment effect is cumulative, so you will usually need more than one session (three to five sessions). Most of the time though, you will experience relief immediately after the first treatment.
- Will I feel pain after the treatment? Most patients will experience immediate pain relief after treatment. However, within 2 to 4 hours after the treatment, they may feel some pain in the treated area. This pain is reported to be bearable and not annoying. The pain after shock wave therapy usually does not cause a person's functional limitation and decreases and disappears over time.
- Are there any restrictions after treatment? It is recommended that patients refrain from vigorous physical activity, especially activity that involves the treated area, for about 48 hours after each treatment session.
Summary
In order to take full advantage of the benefits of shock wave therapy with high quality, it is better to visit reputable clinics. Physiotherapy Clinic of Dr. Soleimani Far is one of the reputable medical centers that provides quality services to dear clients.
