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Shockwave Therapy: Common Conditions It Cures and Its Benefits

Persistent pain like chronic joint or muscle pain restricts you from carrying your day smoothly and often makes you feel lethargic and lousy. Chronic pain requires multiple sessions that can take up to more than 7 weeks to resolve. Not quite intriguing, is it? 

However, what might be compelling to you is the new highly popular SHOCKWAVE THERAPY that we acquire here at PhysioExperts in Kanata! 

WHAT IS SHOCKWAVE THERAPY? 

Shockwave therapy is the most progressive non-surgical technology that helps to heal chronic inflammation, stimulates collagen (which connects and supports tissue), and also breaks up excessive calcium deposits. This therapy has proved to be a great leap of success in multiple disciplines like orthopaedics, physiotherapy, sports medicine, etc. 

WHAT IS THE “MECHANISM OF ACTION” INVOLVED IN SHOCKWAVE THERAPY? 

Shockwave is an acoustic wave that carries the energy of low to high intensity promoting energy to the painful spot on your body. This energy endorses the healing process of the smallest tissue as well as the repairing process of the bones. 

The therapy is initiated in 3 simple steps: 

  1. Location of the area to be treated

This is done so by using palpation to precisely detect the location of the pain. 

  1. Gel application 

Applying gel helps to transfer the waves efficiently and smoothly.

  1. Therapy initiation

Finally, with utter care, the therapeutic motions of the shockwave machine begin under the supervision of an expert. 

WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF THE SHOCKWAVE THERAPY? 

There are umpteen benefits of this painless treatment of which some are: 

  • Helps to stimulate blood flow necessary for the regeneration of new healthy cells and tissues
  • Accelerates the repairing and healing process of the scar tissues
  • Controls muscle spasms 
  • Helps consolidate ligament tear and tendon ruptures 
  • Heals chronic inflammation 
  • Breaks excessive calcium deposits 
  • Restoring mobility 
  • Relive pain and relax muscles


WHAT CONDITIONS DOES SHOCKWAVE THERAPY CURE?

Some common conditions for which shockwave therapy used are:

  • Frozen shoulder
  • Shoulder tendonitis and calcifications
  • Achilles Tendon Pain
  • Neck and Back strains
  • Shin splints
  • Muscle trigger points
  • Chronic knee tendinitis
  • Shoulder rotator cuff pain
  • Hamstring tendinitis
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Shin splints
  • Hamstring tears
  • Chronic neck pain
  • Chronic back pain
  • Muscle tightness
  • Stress fracture
  • Tennis elbow
  • Jumper’s knee
  • Scar tissue

The effectiveness of shockwave therapy is excellent, typically with a success rate of 90% when combined with exercise therapy. Many times, relief is achieved after just 2 or 3 sessions, with an overall success rate of: 

  • 91% for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder and Achilles tendinopathies
  • 90% for plantar fasciitis
  • 77% for tennis elbow

WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF SHOCKWAVE THERAPY? 

Shockwave therapy shows minimal to no side effects but, you may expect mild bruising, swelling, numbness or tingling sensation in the treated area. However, these are all a result of increased blood flow to the injured spot and the constructive repair of damaged tissues, muscles, ligaments, tendons and bones. This is a pathway to optimal recovery that is appealing to athletes especially. 

DID YOU KNOW, a consistent course of shockwave therapy could save you from undergoing surgery? 

To know more about Shockwave Therapy Treatment in Ottawa, book an appointment with us at PhysioExperts in Kanata. 

For any concerns, Call Us: 613-672-6000 or drop us an email: info@physioexperts.ca
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Physiotherapy treatment for Neck Pain

Neck pain is a common problem nowadays. With two-thirds of Canada’s population having neck pain at some point in their lives. Neck pain can be caused due to various factors. Even if you have slept abnormally, you can wake up with a stiff neck. Any abnormalities, inflammation, or injury can cause neck pain or stiffness. But the good news is that neck pain physical therapy exercises can help reduce your pain.

If you’re suffering from neck pain or stiffness and looking for pain relief, your physical therapist might suggest the following exercises.

  1. Shoulder and head rolls

These stretches are a good warm-up before other exercises. 

For a shoulder roll, keep your arms relaxed at your sides, and with your head upright, simply lift and roll your shoulders. Relax for a few seconds between each roll. Do ten rolls forward, and then back.

Stretch the neck before you start a head roll. Make sure your shoulder blades are relaxed, and that your head is not tilted forward. Start by dipping your chin slowly toward your chest, and hold for briefly for like 5 breaths. Next, lift your head and lower your left ear toward your left shoulder, and hold. Repeat this movement on the right side, then do a similar stretch with your head tilted back.

After stretching your neck, roll your head slowly in sections, from tucked in front or tilted back in each side, five times each. Avoid doing a full head roll, which can actually strain the neck.

  1. Seated neck stretch

This exercise can even be performed at your desk. Sit upright in your chair with your feet flat on the ground. Extend your right arm along your right side and place your left hand on the top of your head. Tilt your head to the left, applying pressure with your hand to gently intensify the stretch. Hold for 30 seconds, then repeat the same on the right side. Do 10 reps of this exercise.

  1. Wall push-up

This exercise can help strengthen your shoulders and neck muscles, without causing as much stress as it would with floor push-ups. Stand at least two to three feet away facing the wall and spread your feet and shoulders apart. Place your hands against the wall, slightly below your shoulder level. Start with straight arms, and bend your elbows slowly to bring your body closer to the wall. Do 2 sets of 10 each.

  1. Prone rows

This exercise strengthens the muscles that pull the shoulder blades together. Lie facedown on a comfortable surface, preferably a bed would be a good option. Angle your face in a corner and dangle your arms off each side. Row upward, bending the elbows and squeezing the shoulder blades together without moving your head. Two sets of 20 reps each. You can also add light weights to this exercise if it is too easy.

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