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Shockwave Therapy
Stimulating the Body's Healing Power
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses gentle, high-energy sound waves to stimulate the body's natural healing process. These sound waves are directed into injured or painful areas, where they help break down scar tissue, increase blood flow, and trigger the repair of muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Because it targets the source of pain at a cellular level, shockwave therapy can be highly effective for stubborn injuries that haven't responded well to other treatments.
Patients often turn to shockwave therapy for chronic conditions such as plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, tennis elbow, and shoulder pain, as well as sports injuries. The therapy helps reduce inflammation, promote new tissue growth, and relieve pain without the need for medication or surgery. Many people experience noticeable improvement after just a few sessions, with greater mobility, faster healing, and lasting relief as the body continues to repair itself.
Because shockwave therapy is non-surgical and drug-free, it's a safe option for athletes and individuals of all ages who want to recover naturally. When combined with other chiropractic and rehabilitative treatments, it can accelerate healing and restore function, helping patients get back to daily activities or sports with less pain and more confidence.
Common Ailments Treated
While Shockwave therapy has numerous uses, typically we see great results with patients suffering from these symptoms:
Plantar Fasciitis: Shockwave therapy is especially effective for stubborn heel pain by reducing inflammation and stimulating tissue repair.
Tendonitis: Conditions like tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, or Achilles tendonitis respond well, as the therapy helps break down scar tissue and promote healing.
Shoulder Pain: Issues caused by rotator cuff injuries, calcifications, or overuse can improve with increased circulation and reduced muscle tension.
Sports Injuries: Chronic strains, sprains, and muscle pain often heal faster with shockwave therapy, helping athletes get back to training and competition more quickly.
Hip and Knee Pain: Shockwave therapy can ease pain from conditions like bursitis, patellar tendonitis (jumper's knee), or hip overuse injuries by improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and supporting faster recovery.
Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
A Comprehensive Approach to Pain Relief
At Optimal Spine, shockwave therapy is delivered under the expert supervision of Dr. Mikael Porath Petersen, who is dedicated to providing a comprehensive, results-driven approach to care. Every patient begins with a thorough evaluation, which may include imaging and postural analysis, to clearly identify the root cause of pain or injury. This careful diagnostic process ensures that shockwave therapy is used in the most effective and targeted way possible.
Once the underlying issue is identified, Dr. Petersen and the team create a personalized treatment plan. Shockwave therapy is often combined with other non-invasive solutions such as chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, and corrective exercises to maximize healing. This integrative approach not only reduces pain and inflammation but also helps restore mobility, improve strength, and prevent future injuries.
At Optimal Spine, the goal is more than short-term relief—it's lasting recovery and improved quality of life. By combining advanced technologies like shockwave therapy with evidence-based chiropractic and rehabilitative care, Dr. Petersen helps patients heal more completely, recover faster, and return to their daily activities or sports with greater confidence and long-term results.
Tired of Living with Pain? We Can Help. We have successfully treated hundreds of patients, and can help you, too…
Tired of Living with Pain? We Can Help. We have successfully treated hundreds of patients, and can help you, too…
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