Shockwave Therapy: How Does It Help? | New Albany, IN

Welcome to 1st Choice Health & Wellness, your partners in comprehensive and natural healthcare for over 30 years. At our chiropractic clinic in New Albany, Indiana, we've been dedicated to providing relief for chronic symptoms such as foot pain and heel pain for patients throughout Floyd & Clark County. We take pride in offering holistic solutions to address various conditions, including Shockwave Therapy. Learn more about the benefits of this transformative treatment below.

What Exactly is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive treatment that stimulates the body's innate healing mechanisms.

Originally conceived in the late 1990s as a non-invasive treatment option for kidney stones by urologists, Shockwave Therapy has evolved significantly over time. It’s used today to help treat many musculoskeletal conditions, alleviate pain and promote healing of injured tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues.

Conditions & Injuries That Benefits From Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave therapy proves effective in addressing targeted pain associated with bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It’s widely recognized as a treatment option for sports-related or overuse injuries and can also benefit those undergoing physiotherapy for a range of health conditions. Shockwave therapy is most commonly used to help treat:

foot pain & heel pain: plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis and Achilles’ tendinopathy (pain in the tendon that connects the back of the foot to the calf muscle)

Knee pain: patella tendinopathy (jumper’s knee), Patellofemoral syndrome (runner’s knee)

Elbow pain: tennis elbow (pain on the outer side of the elbow), golfers elbow (pain on the inner side of the elbow), tricep or bicep elbow injuries

Leg pain: hamstring injuries, quad injury

Hip pain: bursitis, rectus femoris and lateral hip pain with gluteal tendinopathies

Shoulder pain: rotator cuff injuries

How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?

Before starting any treatment, our New Albany doctors conduct a comprehensive assessment of your medical history to evaluate your suitability for shockwave therapy, ensuring you receive personalized care from our chiropractor near you.

Shockwave therapy is a targeted type of therapy, only treating the areas that are injured or damaged.

During the procedure, our chiropractor holds a shockwave device and moves it over the affected area, applying ultrasound gel beforehand to help transmit the shockwaves through the skin.

The sound waves stimulate blood flow to the area and creates a small amount of localized inflammation. In the days after treatment, the body initiates its natural healing process, prompting the release of growth hormones to the area. Damaged or injured tissues then begin to repair leading to a reduction in associated pain.

While undergoing the procedure, patients may experience a slight degree of pain or discomfort in the treatment area. Most individuals describe it like small pulses against the skin. Each session lasts a few minutes, so the majority of patients are able to tolerate the discomfort.

Upon completion of the treatment, patients can promptly return home and resume their normal daily activities. However, it's advisable to refrain from high-impact exercises such as running or playing tennis in the initial 48 hours post-treatment.Some patients may observe temporary swelling and redness in the treated area.

Schedule A Free Consultation For Shockwave Therapy at 1st Choice Health & Wellness in New Albany, IN

If you're grappling with heel pain, seeking effective treatment for plantar fasciitis or any of the aforementioned symptoms, our dedicated team of nearby doctors in New Albany are ready to provide the relief you need! Take the first step toward a pain-free life by calling us today at (812) 945-4500 to schedule an appointment to learn more about shockwave therapy. We offer free consultations. Don't let pain hold you back—reach out to us and take control of your health journey!