Shockwave Wave Therapy

Shockwave Wave Therapy MASTERPULS® MP100 »elite edition«
New technology to treat old pain is now in Windsor, Ontario!
Numerous FDA studies show how the MASTERPULS® has an 84% success rate for treating heel pain. The Swiss-made Storz MASTERPULS® radial shockwave system is one of the most successful systems in the world today. The technology was originally used to treat kidney stones but now treats many orthopedic indications.
What Shockwaves Do
Shockwaves can regenerate damaged tissue, accelerate healing, and reduce pain in many ways. They can break down the build-ups of calcification and scar tissue (excessive non-uniform human Band-Aid). These buildups are similar to kidney stone formation, however, this similar formation takes place in the musculoskeletal tissue.
Shockwaves can also heal the body by stimulating tissue and bone cells. They intentionally trigger an inflammatory response stimulating the body to heal itself.
The increased metabolic activity around the treatment area promotes a response. This response is the remodeling of dysfunctional collagenous tissues, such as tendinopathies, trigger points, muscle strains, etc. Pain transmission can be diminished through neurological mechanisms (inhibition of nociceptors).
Shockwave technology provides strong acoustic energy pulses that penetrate deep into the tissues. This creates “micro-cavitation bubbles” that expand and burst. The force of this event enhances blood circulation and stimulates the cellular metabolism responsible for bone and connective tissue healing.
Shockwave therapy treatments are proven effective in cases where the human body can’t heal itself.
BENEFITS of Shockwave Therapy
- Non-Surgical
- Non–Invasive
- Highly Effective
- Minimal Negative Side Effects
- Accelerated Healing
- Shorter Duration of Treatments
- Improvements After 3 Sessions in Most Cases
- No Risk of Infection
- No Down Time
- Affordable Treatments
- No Scarring
- 84% Success Rate (as per clinical studies)
Conditions Treated with Shockwave Therapy:
- Plantar Fasciitis Pain
- Heel spurs
- Calcific Tendonitis (shoulder etc)
- Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper’s Knee)
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Myofascial muscular trigger points
- Bursitis
- Biceps Tendonitis
- Shin Splints
- Iliotibial band friction syndrome
- Lumbar and cervical spine pain
- Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
- Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow)
- Frozen Shoulder
- Trigger Finger and more
Shockwave Treatment Method, Length and Frequency
During the shockwave treatment session, the therapist applies gel to the skin, glides the applicator’s head over the pre-determined area, and adjusts the intensity to tolerance. Patients receive approximately 2000 shocks, over a few minutes. Some patients and conditions require more shocks and duration, depending on variants.
Treatments are usually done every week over approximately 3-5 weeks. This varies case by case, depending on individual results and case severity.
After-Care
Patients can resume their normal daily activities, although are asked to refrain from high-impact activities for 72 hours following the treatment.
You may or may not experience mild discomfort during, and/or up to 2-4 hours following your treatment.
Side Effects
Temporary side effects can include:
- skin reddening
- soreness
- tenderness
- pain
- numbness
- tingling
Overall, these symptoms resolve within 1-3 days. In some cases, bruising and/or swelling can occur, and in very rare cases it can last longer.
Any pain following therapy is generally the body’s inflammatory response. This is the natural process of allowing the body to heal itself. Therefore, do not use anti-inflammatory medications or ice to treat the discomfort. The pain should subside within 24 hours. Patients can take Tylenol if necessary, assuming no contra-indication to this medication type. Cortisone is a steroidal anti-inflammatory. Therefore, injections should not be taken within 60 days of treatments over the same area.
Contra-indications and Precautions
Certain patients may experience more serious side effects. Shockwave therapy should not be used on patients with the following disorders:
- circulation or local nerve disorders
- infection
- open wound
- tumor diseases, carcinoma, cancer patients: past or present
- metabolic bone conditions
Shockwave therapy should not be performed on pregnant women.
Precautions include:
- Coagulation disorders, thrombosis, heart, circulatory patients, or those with pacemakers
- Use of blood thinners may cause more bruising
- Polyneuropathy
- Infection in the target area
- Use of Anti-inflammatory medication (eg. Advil (Ibuprofen), Naproxen, Meloxicam) up to 1 week before the first treatment
- Cortisone therapy up to 60 days before the first treatment
Will my insurance company cover Shockwave Therapy?
If you have insurance (Chiropodist, Chiropractor, or Physiotherapist) ask your provider whether shockwave therapy is right for you and suitable for your symptoms. Also, ask about the requirements of your coverage. You would then need to determine through your expanded coverage. Most individuals require between 3 to 5 treatments.
Berton Physiotherapy & Chiropractic shockwave therapy treatments include an assessment (if you are not currently a clinic patient) with a total of $250-$420, depending on your condition.
Call Us Today:
Berton Physiotherapy & Chiropractic
555 Tecumseh Rd. E.
Windsor, ON
N8X 2S1
Phone: (519) 966-8200
Fax: (519) 966-0990
Mon – Thu: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Fri: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Introducing HipTrac™
HipTrac™ is a first-in-class light-weight, portable device that replicates and complements the manual therapy techniques of long axis hip traction. We are proud to be one of the first in Canada to incorporate this device into our patient’s treatment plans. Health practitioners interested in using HipTrac™ can find out more by visiting HipTrac.ca.
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