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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is a non-surgical, evidence-based approach. address localized musculoskeletal pain. Chronic tendonitis affects millions of North Americans each year, and ESWT has become a highly effective option for individuals who have not responded well to traditional therapies.
How ESWT Works
ESWT delivers controlled shockwaves to the affected area, helping to:
- Break down scar tissue caused by longstanding tendon issues
- Trigger a therapeutic inflammatory response
- Increase metabolic activity at the treatment site
- Stimulate tissue repair and regeneration
- Promote neovascularization (the formation of new blood vessels)
- Accelerate the overall healing process
By disrupting chronic, non-healing tissue and encouraging healthy inflammation, ESWT supports the body in restarting and completing the healing cycle.
Conditions Commonly Treated with ESWT
Shockwave therapy is especially effective for tendon and soft tissue conditions, including:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendonitis
- Patellar tendonitis
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Rotator cuff tendonitis and calcific tendonitis
- Certain myofascial pain conditions
These conditions often involve stubborn tissue changes that don’t respond fully to rest, exercise, or manual therapy alone—making ESWT a valuable treatment option.
Is ESWT Right for You?
If you have persistent pain that has not improved with other treatments, ESWT may be an effective next step. Speak with your physiotherapist or family physician to determine whether shockwave therapy is appropriate for your specific condition.