Focused Shockwave in Fort Worth TX
Malloy Chiropractic and Wellness Center uses Focused Shockwave Therapy in Fort Worth TX, manufactured by Storz Medical, as part of a whole-patient approach to improving patient health and well-being. Officially called Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), the procedure is more commonly known as Shockwave Therapy.
WHAT IS FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY AND HOW DOES IT HELP?
Despite the name, Shockwave therapy doesn’t involve electric shocks. Instead, it utilizes high energy acoustic sound waves. When applied to targeted areas, the therapy triggers a biological response, promoting tissue repair and regeneration.
This means that inflammation levels are decreased, allowing for improved blood flow and stimulation of oxygen-rich cells in the area. This leads to faster healing and recovery times, all with no downtime or discomfort!
HOW DOES FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY WORK?
Focused Shockwave Therapy utilizes an electromagnetic coil to generate a precisely targeted pressure wave. This wave provides optimal therapeutic benefit. Stimulating the body’s natural healing mechanisms by promoting cellular repair and regeneration to the area.
WHAT DOES FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY DO?
- Breaks up Adhesions
- Eats Senescent (Aging) Cells
- Releases Stem Cells
- Grows New Blood Vessels (Angiogenesis)
- Repairs Damaged Tissue
- Reduces Pain
CONDITIONS TREATED BY FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY IN FORT WORTH TX
Generally, acute or chronic musculoskeletal pain and/or pain that significantly impairs mobility or quality of life including, but not limited to:
- Back and Neck Strains
- SI Joint Dysfunction
- Plantar Fasciitis – Heel Spurs
- Shin Splints
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Tennis Elbow
- Golfer’s Elbow
- Shoulder Pain, including Frozen Shoulder
- Hip, Knee & Joint Arthritis
- Hamstring Muscle Injuries
- Tendinopathy, including Achilles and Patella Tendinopathy
- Scar Tissue
- Post-Surgery Recovery
- Jaw Pain (TMD)
HOW IS THERAPY DONE?
Your Fort Worth TX Chiropractor will discuss your symptoms with you and locate the source of pain. They will determine the area intended for the Shockwave Therapy. Ultrasound gel is applied to optimize the contact between the application device and your skin. The handpiece delivers pulsations to the area for a number of prescribed pulses, depending on the condition. The therapy procedure is more comfortable than a deep tissue massage.
Depending on the severity and longevity of the condition being treated, Focused Shockwave Therapy is typically administered once a week. Each treatment session lasts between 5-10 minutes, and you may only need 4-10 treatments for an optimal outcome.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER TREATMENT?
Treatments create the necessary environment for soft tissue healing by releasing growth factors. The procedure not only relieves pain but also aids in the restoration of damaged tissue, promoting the rejuvenation of healthy and vibrant muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments, and bone. Reducing or eliminating long-term pain with improved range of motion to help prevent future injuries, pain, and the need for joint replacements or surgeries.
One day, you will wake up pain-free and be ready to live your life, feeling your best. Embrace the healing journey!
HOW SUCCESSFUL IS FOCUSED SHOCKEWAVE?
The Journal of Orthopedic Surgery and Research published an article in 2012 citing success rates for Focused Shockwave Therapy in Musculoskeletal Disorders:
- Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain)- 88%
- Lateral Epicondylitis (Elbow)- 91%
- Calcifying Tendinitis (Shoulder)- 91%
- Patellar Tendinopathy (knee)- 87.5%
- Achilles Tendinopathy- 87.5%
Shockwave Therapy is FDA cleared for the treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain and connective tissue disorders.
ARE THERE ANY CONTRAINDICATIONS WITH FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY?
The safety and effectiveness of the ESWT procedure has not been determined on people with the following health conditions:
- Directly on Infections
- Malignant Tumor
- Cardiac Pacemaker
- Pregnancy
- Bleeding Disorders or taking Anticoagulant Medication
- Corticosteroid Injection (within the last 4-weeks)
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Medication (stopped 48-hours before treatment)
Before integrating Focused Shockwave Therapy into your treatment protocol, it is important to speak with your healthcare provider if you have any of these conditions.
WHY CONSIDER FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY?
The simple answer is, you have wasted an excessive amount of time and money spinning the roulette wheel of treatments and therapies and never landed on the relief from pain and discomfort that you deserve.
Research has shown that Focused Shockwave Therapy has remarkable effectiveness in reducing pain and healing soft-tissue injuries. It has surpassed the effectiveness of NSAIDs and Steroid Injections, making Focused Shockwave the preferred choice.
Shockwave Therapy has a proven success rate, and here are just a few of the benefits:
- Provides demonstrated healing at the cellular level instead of giving temporary relief via medication, injection, or even surgery.
- Shockwave Therapy, when properly administrated, is without the risks, complications, or lengthy recovery times
- Performed in your therapist’s office/clinic
- It’s non-surgical so does not require anesthesia
- Requires a minimal amount of time (5-10 minutes)
After receiving Shockwave Therapy, you can:
- Bear weight (i.e., walk) immediately
- Return to work/normal activities without restriction, but listen to your body!
Our commitment is to provide you with a holistic therapy plan designed to alleviate pain and discomfort in as few visits as possible, allowing you to get back to your sports and activities without any limitations or worries about recurring injuries.
IS FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY COVERED BY INSURANCE?
Focused Shockwave Therapy is an elective pay modality and is not covered by Insurance.
Focused Shockwave Therapy can be a packaged treatment for additional savings. Our self-pay based pricing allows us to offer flexible options and exclusive discounts to our valued practice members.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY
To access treatment options using our Focused Shockwave, kindly schedule an appointment through our convenient online booking system. We are dedicated to relieving your pain and supporting your path to optimal well-being. Your journey to wellness starts here, where we’re committed to helping you be your best self once again.
For any inquiries, feel free to contact our office at (817) 346-1111.
Patient Testimonial for Heel Pain
Monday
8:45am - 12:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 12:30pm
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 12:00pm
3:00pm - 5:30pm
Thursday
9:00am - 12:30pm
3:00pm - 5:30pm
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Malloy Chiropractic & Wellness Center
6800 Harris Parkway #400
Fort Worth, TX 76132
(817) 346-1111