Shockwave therapy is an excellent adjunct to treating tendon problems. The first priority when treating GTPS is to control pain. In 2001, a study that investigated the results of magnetic resonance imaging in patients with premenstrual syndrome (GTPS) found that nearly all patients had signs of gluteal medius tendinopathy associated with bursitis. In comparison, the study found that very few patients had isolated inflammation of the synovial bag (bursitis) (Bird et al.
Therefore, it is likely that the main structure involved in GTPS is the tendon (tendinopathy), so exercise should be an integral part of your treatment program. Trochanteric pain syndrome, also known as hip bursitis, is a painful condition that can significantly affect quality of life if left untreated. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) has been clinically proven to be an effective, non-invasive treatment for this condition. Let's take a closer look at the problem of hip bursitis and how the ESWT can help.
There's no risk seeing what we can do for you. Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate the body's natural healing processes. These sound waves target damaged tissues, promote increased blood flow, reduce pain and inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair to help a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including those affecting the hip. If you have hip pain due to conditions such as trochanteric bursitis, labral tears, or osteoarthritis, shockwave therapy may be a great option for you.
At Kalkstein Chiropractic, we will evaluate your specific condition and determine if Shockwave therapy is the best treatment for you.