Jumpstart Stubborn Tendon Healing with Acoustic Wave Technology
Some tendon and soft tissue injuries stall in a state of chronic inflammation, resisting rest, stretching, and standard manual therapy. At New Roots Chiropractic, we offer Radial Shockwave Therapy (RSWT), a non-invasive technology that delivers targeted acoustic pulses to reignite the body’s natural healing response in stubborn, long-standing injuries.
How Radial Shockwave Therapy Works
A handheld applicator delivers rapid, controlled acoustic pulses directly to the injured tissue:
- Microcirculation Boost: Stimulates new blood vessel formation to flood chronically under-nourished tendons with fresh oxygen and nutrients.
- Breaks Up Calcific Deposits: Helps disperse calcium buildup that can accumulate in long-standing tendon injuries.
- Resets Pain Signaling: Desensitizes overactive pain receptors in the treated area for lasting relief.
Conditions Best Suited for Shockwave Therapy
- Chronic plantar fasciitis and heel spurs
- Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
- Achilles tendonitis
- Chronic tendon injuries that have not responded to rest or manual therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
Does shockwave therapy hurt?
Most patients feel a tapping or pulsing sensation with some mild discomfort directly over the injured area. The intensity is adjusted to your comfort level, and any soreness typically resolves within a day or two.
How many shockwave sessions will I need?
Most treatment plans involve a series of sessions spaced about a week apart, as the tissue needs time to respond and rebuild between treatments.