By Carly O’Donoghue, Stepping Out Podiatry
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment option that can help individuals heal faster, especially when it comes to heel pain. Carly O’Donoghue, owner of Stepping Out Podiatry explains, “The two main heel pain conditions we see in the clinic are Achilles Tendonitis and Plantar Fasciitis, and since incorporating shockwave therapy in treatments, we are seeing exceptional results with many of our patients”.
Shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), involves the use of high-energy sound waves to promote healing in damaged tissues. These sound waves are targeted to the affected area and create a controlled micro-trauma, triggering the body’s natural healing response.
Shockwave therapy helps improve function and movement within your joints and muscles. When the acoustic waves penetrate the deeper tissue of our body, it can help break up scar tissue and improves blood flow to the area.
There are four main reasons Stepping Out Podiatry love using this treatment:
Reduce inflammation
Relax the muscles
Stimulate bone regeneration
Break the pain cycle
Shockwave therapy is extremely beneficial with conditions such as Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitits, neuroma pain and mild arthritic discomfort. Knee pain and hip pain are another two areas that are treated with great success at Stepping Out Podiatry, with most patients generally experiencing reduced levels of pain and greater mobility within 48 hours after treatment.
Visit our website for more detailed information on how this therapy is leading the way in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
www.steppingoutpodiatry.com.au