Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave therapy is a multidisciplinary device used in orthopedics, physiotherapy, sports medicine. Shock therapy also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is highly effective treatment for chronic soft tissue injuries and for bone conditions. Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that involves creating a series of low energy wave that are directly applied to injury through patient’s skin via gel. You don’t need painkiller; perhaps the purpose of this therapy is to trigger the body’s own natural healing response. Shockwave increases the blood circulation to the target area and break down scar tissue which build up over time, especially with chronic condition. The breakdown of scar tissue is the key in shockwave therapy and is really effective.  By increasing blood circulation and breaking down scar tissue, shock therapy will regenerate cell and promote the healing and reduce the pain.

How successful is shockwave therapy?

Shockwave therapy has becomes more common in physiotherapy. It is usually done once a week for 3-6 weeks, depending on the results. And only after 3-4week of treatment, 80% of patients have reported of reduction in pain and regaining of normal function.


Shockwave therapy is simple process that can make patients feeling better just after few sessions. If you have any question regarding this therapy, please feel free to contact us at HEALING TOUCH AJAX. To learn more and to find Healing Touch that offers Shockwave therapy, please visit: healingtouchrehab.com

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