Muscle & Joint Shock Wave

Innovative Therapy for a pain free life & better health....

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy ( ESWT) is a noninvasive, non surgical FDA approved method of treatment that uses pressure waves to treat common injuries. The pulses of acoustic waves ( Shock Waves / non-electrical) deliver micro trauma to scar tissue and stimulates the healing process. Orthopedic shock waves microscopically cause cellular response that will lead to tissue regeneration. These micro mechanical forces of acoustic waves travel through skin and tissue to the area of pain/injury to create healing. The force placed on the injured tissues cause blood vessels in the area to induce healing and repair.

The Problem: Scar Tissue & Decreased Blood Flow after injuries

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Scar tissue is a thick tangled mess of tight fibers that choke surrounding blood vessels. From delivering essential cells to help clean & repair the injury. Scar tissue also pinches the nerves causing pain and discomfort.

Over time this scar tissue if left untreated, will thicken and get stronger. Creating havoc on other muscles, nerves and joints in the area. But mostly will pause the healing process in the injury area. Until the scar tissue is broken up and untangled from the surround tissues.

The Solution: Shock Wave Therapy

The high frequency acoustic shock waves or energy pulses target the injured tissue that is choking the nerves and blood vessels. Because of the mechanical forces on the injured tissues and scar. The shock wave creates a "jump start" to the healing process in the injury area.

As you can see from the infographic when you break up the scar tissue there is more flow in the blood vessels and less tension on nerves. Because of this decrease in scar tissue in the area of injury. We can get the body back to its natural healing process and improve the health of the area of injury with less pain.

As you can see from the infographic when you break up the scar tissue there is more flow in the blood vessels and less tension on nerves. Because of this decrease in scar tissue in the area of injury. We can get the body back to its natural healing process and improve the health of the area of injury with less pain.

Learn more about the benefits of Shock Wave Care.....

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Activate Connective Tissue

When there is an injury our bodies create connective tissues to help repair the damaged tissues. If the injury lingers these connective tissues stop in repairing and are disorganized on joints creating pain. So shock waves active the connective tissue in order to repair and organize the connective tissue for optimal healing.

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Increased Blood Flow

The healing process is like a scab on the skin. Over time the scab will fall off and leave the skin restored to normal. Injury is like a scab but its stuck inside of our bodies and can't fall off. So acoustic wave therapy will scrap off the scab and restore normal blood flow and restoration.

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Pain & Aches

Muscle pain and aches from injury or overuse can be very hard to recover from. Over time muscles will become tight and hypersensitive creating pain patterns into other joints which leads to chronic pain and discomfort.

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Studies Documenting Effectiveness of Shock Wave Therapy

ESWT has been well established internationally for many years. There are several articles showing the effectiveness of ESWT as a whole in the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. Click button below to see the research about specific musculoskeletal conditions.

- " the efficacy of ESWT shows 81.5% - 88.5 % positive outcome significantly better statistically than placebo or alternative treatment modalities". Efficacy and safety of extracorporeal shock wave therapy for orthopedic conditions: a systematic review on studies listed in the PEDro database. Br Med Bull. 2015 Dec. 116 (1): 115-138.

- " Shockwave treatment is indicated when standard conservative treatment has failed....ESWT is considered to be an alternative to surgery for several chronic tendinopathies and nonunions because of its efficacy, safety, and noninvasiveness". The Role of Extracorporeal Shockwave Treatment in Musculoskeletal Disorders The Journal Of Bone And Joint Surgery - Current Concepts Review: 7 February 2018 - Volume 100 - Issue 3 - p. 251-263.

- "the majority of published papers have shown positive and beneficial effects of using SWT as a treatment for musculoskeletal disorders, with a success rate ranging from 65% to 91%, while the complications are low or negligible".
Eur j Phys Rehabil Med. 2014 Apr;50 (2):217-30.

- The experimental results show that ESWT significantly stimulated the ingrowth of neovascularization aka. ( New Blood vessels) associated with increased expressions of..... growth indicators in tendon, bone and tendon-bone interface. Neovascularization aka. (New Blood Vessels) may play a role in the improvement of blood supply and healing of tendon. Muscles Ligaments Tendons J. 2012 Jan-Mar; 2(1): 33–37.

Questions & Answers Before Treatment

The main benefit of ESWT is that it's non-invasive and there are no injections or no medication. The only side effect is a mild discomfort during the treatment. The shock waves are targeted to the point of maximum symptoms to optimize healing.

1. Dr. Gardner will identify the site of pain. He will then mark the site of pain with a skin marker.

2. Coupling gel will be applied to the site of pain. The coupling gel will help conduct the acoustic shock waves to the targeted site of pain.

3. The treatment will start at a low setting for patient comfort, as the probe sends initial shock to area of pain. During the treatment, the power will be increased to the recommended level for the specific injury and condition being treated.

4. As the treatment starts, the patient may feel a deep dull ache or sharp pain. The pain is felt because acoustic waves are breaking deep rooted scar tissue and inflammation at the injury site. The output of shockwaves will then be adjusted to the level of comfort for the patient.

5. Once treatment is completed, coupling gel will be removed. Then Dr. Gardner will apply therapy tape to area that was treated to help manage the minor aches and discomfort experienced after treatment.

Orthopedic Treatment Visits & Frequency

What will it Cost ?

Treatment visits are close to 25-30 minutes, which makes shock wave therapy procedure quick and convenient. One shock wave treatment are needed every 7-10 days. The total duration of Shock Wave therapy will be between 3-8 weeks. Shock Wave treatment plans are personalized for patients needs & number of regions of care.

Please contact Utah Shock Wave Therapy for any cost & initial consultation over the phone. Utah Shock Wave Therapy structures pricing into packages to optimizes healing for your condition(s). As Plans are competitive rates in the market, that give you optimal care the for price you are paying.

- Cash or Checks accepted.

- HSA( Health Saving Account) / Health Card

-Credit Card or Debit Card. Can be processed through the clinic merchant services offered.

Questions & Answers Before Treatment