Extracorporeal shock wave therapy, as used in the current study, appears to be a safe and effective treatment for all tendinopathies examined. According to the results of the present study, extracorporeal shock wave therapy is an effective modality to alleviate pain intensity and increase functionality and quality of life in various tendinopathies, such as plantar fasciitis, elbow tendinopathy, Achilles tendinopathy and rotator cuff tendinopathy. It can be performed on an outpatient basis, without patient restrictions and without significant side effects. Therefore, patients who do not respond to conventional treatment for any of the tendinopathies mentioned above can use shock wave therapy as an alternative method, which can significantly improve pain, functionality and quality of life.
The shock wave is safe for most patients, and few complications have been described in published research. Overall, clinical studies have shown that shockwave therapy is effective and safe, but more research is needed to identify potential risks and the best treatment protocols for people with erectile dysfunction. Shockwave therapy is usually a safe procedure with few risks and side effects. In fact, the most common side effect is a temporary increase in pain or discomfort in the treated area.
Other possible side effects may include redness, swelling, or bruising. Shockwave has a very secure track record because professionals comply with restrictions and guidelines. While the benefits can be discovered beyond the limits, safety must always be given priority and, for the majority of the general population, contraindications exist to protect people. In the 1990s, scientists began studying the effects of high-energy shockwave therapy on soft tissue injuries.
Shockwave therapy is an alternative, non-invasive treatment for active patients who struggle with pain and don't respond to conventional treatment after an injury. However, whether you choose shock wave therapy over another type of healing technique is ultimately up to you and your doctor. A shockwave therapy regimen usually includes six different treatments, but treatment protocols may change as more research becomes available. In addition, it is important that a licensed professional has prescribed this treatment for you and that you only receive shock wave therapy per part from a qualified doctor.
Patients can continue their daily activities after the shockwave and should continue physical therapy with few exceptions. Shockwave therapy can also be combined with a physical therapy program to get injured people back to work or play their favorite sport faster. In the clinic, a technician would expose the injured body part and use the portable ESWT device to administer shockwave therapy. The best way to minimize the risks associated with shock wave therapy is choose a qualified supplier.
However, in the present study, shock wave treatment yielded results similar to those of previous studies in patients suffering from plantar fasciitis, elbow tendinopathy, Achilles tendinopathy, and rotator cuff tendinopathy. Most people can resume normal activities the day after shock wave therapy, but the urologist will explain if you need to restrict your activity for longer to recover. The differences between the different studies in terms of the effectiveness of electromagnetic therapy when used in different tendinopathies may be directly related to several factors, such as the design of the studies, the differences in the populations studied, the differences in treatment parameters, such as the intensity of the shock waves, the focal energy and the different designs of the devices used. Shockwave therapy has also been approved by the FDA as a treatment for plantar fasciitis and lateral tennis elbow, providing hope to patients.