Here are ten things you should know about Shockwave Therapy.
- Shockwave therapy promotes vascular regeneration and subsequent tissue healing
- Shockwave provides long term pain reduction
- Extracorporeal shockwave therapy induces beneficial tissue responses and associated metabolic effects.
- Shockwave therapy stimulates the local release of growth factors and facilitates the recruitment of stem cells.
- It can help restore normal muscle tone.
- The shockwave gives a favourable and sustained effect of pain reduction in patients with plantar fasciitis.
- It is more effective than corticosteroid injections in reducing pain. I can improve the thickness of plantar fascia and foot function.
- Shockwave therapy effectively treats chronic tendinopathies
- It can safely be used to treat various musculoskeletal conditions
- It can be used to treat in-season athletes as the benefits can be felt quickly, minimising the need for time away from physical activity.
How Cutting Edge Podiatry Can Help
At Cutting Edge Podiatry we specialise in MSK issues of the lower limbs. We pride ourselves in using the latest technology to effectively treat your feet and get back you back on your feet as swiftly as possible. Shockwave Therapy is clinically proven, recognised by the top orthopaedic hospitals and used by high-profile professional sports bodies. It is widely considered to be the gold standard treatment for plantar fasciitis.
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Is Shockwave Therapy Right For You?
If you’re curious about how Shockwave Therapy can help you, contact us for a friendly chat to find out if it is the best approach to treat your condition.