Shockwave Treatment

Shockwave Treatment in BC

At Pain Free Health Clinic, located in Langley, Surrey, South Surrey, Richmond, Queensborough, and Ladner, shockwave therapy is a cutting-edge treatment used to effectively relieve muscle pain and strains.

Whether you’re an athlete recovering from a muscle injury or someone dealing with chronic muscle pain, shockwave therapy at our clinics can offer fast, non-invasive relief.

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What is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy sound waves (shockwaves) to stimulate healing in damaged tissues. It is primarily used to treat musculoskeletal conditions, particularly in tendons, ligaments, and muscles. The shockwaves are delivered through the skin using a handheld device (Probe) and ultrasound gel (medium), which sends targeted pulses of energy into the affected area.

The therapy works by stimulating the body’s natural healing processes. The high-energy pulses break up calcifications, increase blood circulation, reduce pain, and encourage tissue regeneration. Shockwave therapy is commonly used for conditions like plantar fasciitis, tendinitis, shoulder pain, tennis elbow, and other chronic musculoskeletal issues.

The treatment is non-surgical, requires no anesthesia, and involves minimal recovery time, making it a popular choice for patients looking for an alternative to surgery or medication.

Who Can Benefit from Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave therapy can benefit individuals suffering from chronic pain and soft tissue injuries, particularly those who haven’t responded well to other treatments. Conditions that may respond well to shockwave therapy include:

Plantar Fasciitis: A condition causing pain in the heel due to inflammation of the plantar fascia. Shockwave therapy can reduce inflammation and promote healing of the damaged tissue.
Tendinitis and Tendinopathies: Conditions like Achilles tendinitis, tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), and golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) can benefit from shockwave therapy by promoting collagen production and repairing damaged tendons.
Calcific Tendonitis/Frozen Shoulder: Shockwave therapy can help break down calcium deposits in areas like the shoulder (rotator cuff) and restore normal movement and function.
Muscle Pain/Strains: Shockwave helps stimulate blood flow thereby promoting tissue healing in damaged muscles, such as via strains or overuse injuries. It can help break down scar tissue in previously damaged muscles (chronic pain), along with desensitizing nerves responsible for pain in damaged tissue.
Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa (fluid-filled sacs that cushion joints) can be treated with shockwave therapy, reducing pain and improving mobility.
Hip Pain: Conditions like trochanteric bursitis or hip tendonitis can benefit from the stimulation of healing in damaged tissues and pain relief.
Delayed or Non-Union Fractures: Shockwave therapy may help stimulate bone healing in patients where fractures are slow to heal or have not healed properly.

Shockwave therapy is generally considered for patients who have chronic conditions lasting for more than six months and who have not found relief from conventional treatments like physiotherapy, myofascial work, spinal/joint manipulation, medication, or steroid injections.

How Can Shockwave Therapy Help?

Shockwave therapy helps in various ways depending on the condition being treated:

Stimulating Blood Flow and Tissue Healing: Shockwave therapy increases blood circulation in the treated area, which accelerates the body’s healing process by bringing oxygen and nutrients to damaged tissues. This helps reduce inflammation and promote tissue repair.
Reducing Pain: Shockwave therapy can reduce pain by disrupting the pain signal pathways. It also triggers the release of endorphins, which act as natural pain relievers. Over time, the treatment helps to break the cycle of chronic pain.
Breaking Down Calcifications: In cases where calcium deposits have formed in soft tissues, such as in calcific tendonitis, shockwave therapy can break down these deposits, helping the body reabsorb and eliminate them, which restores normal function to the area.
Stimulating Collagen Production: Collagen is a critical component of tendons, ligaments, and other connective tissues. Shockwave therapy promotes collagen production, which strengthens and repairs these tissues, improving their resilience to injury.
Improving Mobility and Function: By promoting tissue healing and reducing inflammation, shockwave therapy can improve joint mobility, flexibility, and overall function, allowing patients to return to their normal activities more quickly.
Non-Invasive and Minimal Recovery Time: Since shockwave therapy is non-surgical, it avoids the risks and recovery time associated with invasive procedures. Patients typically experience minimal downtime, allowing them to continue their daily activities with little interruption.

Overall, shockwave therapy helps address both the symptoms and underlying causes of musculoskeletal pain and injuries, making it an effective treatment option for individuals seeking pain relief and faster recovery from chronic conditions. However, its effectiveness may vary depending on the condition and the individual, and it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional to determine if shockwave therapy is the right choice for you.

If you’re in Langley, Surrey, South Surrey, Richmond, Queensborough, Ladner, or the surrounding areas, schedule a consultation at Pain Free Health Clinic to explore how shockwave therapy can provide lasting relief from muscle pain and strains.

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   Kimberly Toeun 
 September 15, 2022.
 
 
  I have been going here regularly. I have used almost all the services (massage, chiro, acupuncture, physio). All have been absolutely amazing. Everyone I have encountered so far have been super knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. Anyone living in the area I would highly recommend going here. Very convenient location and they do direct billing of course. Really like their online booking system. It’s easy and convenient. Front staff are also very friendly.
  
 
       
   Shreya Keshav 
 August 21, 2022.
 
 
  Amazing services. All the therapist are amazing. Specially The Chiropractor- Dr Parm Bisla. He know each and every details of all kind of pain and fix me so many times with my neck pain, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, tendentious ankle, lower back pain, vertigo. Basically I need a lot of fixing. So it my one place to go from last 5 years. I wish I could give 10 star ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. It’s so worth it. ❤️❤️🙌🏻🙌🏻
  
 
       
   Martha Delgado 
 August 21, 2022.
 
 
  I am very pleased with all the services.
Katrina and Milan are absolutely amazing
I’ve tried Acupunture too, also very good.
This Saturday I met Tyler at the front desk for the first time. Best customer service ever.
She’s definitely a valuable asset for the Clinic. 👏
  
 
       
   hersh sodhi 
 July 20, 2022.
 
 
  Went in to see Parm for some wrist and neck problems. We are mid-way through treatment and the pain is non-existent. On top of that, after few adjustments, I am noticing that my senses are heightened and I am thinking clearer, which I was not expecting. Parm's very professional and knowledgable. I highly recommend him.
  
 
       
   jade kennedy 
 July 7, 2022.
 
 
  I have had chronic pain for years and I have been to many different clinics and Pain Free Health is definitely one of the best clinics I’ve been to.
The ladies working at the front fest are very friendly and helpful and Ravi (chiro) and Gina (massage) are both awesome.
I have had horrible experiences at some other places but everyone at Pain Free seems to truly care about their patients.
  
 
       
   Jeffrey Wall 
 May 9, 2022.
 
 
  This place is awesome. I never miss an appointment because they have a very thorough reminder system. They will do their best to squeeze you in if you are having a hard time. Everyone is friendly and professional. Most of all, their treatment has greatly reduced my pain and increased my mobility. I have and would recommend this clinic or anyone in need.
  
 
       
   Gagan Sandhar 
 April 16, 2022.
 
 
  I’ve been coming here for over a year and have worked with Seeru, Ravi, Milan, Jinhee, and Brenden. Everyone at pain free works to ensure that you have a great experience from the receptionists to the professionals themselves. With their help I’ve seen a great amount of progress and hope to see some more. Keep up the good work team!
  
 
       
   Mark Dhaliwal 
 April 13, 2022.
 
 
  I have been coming to Pain Free Health for the past year with various injuries. I have had nothing but great success with the healing. I recommend Milan for your physiotherapy needs and Dr Beesla for your Chiropractic needs.
  
 
  
  
 
 
   Google rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 148 reviews