Shockwave Therapy FAQs in Ontario

Shockwave Therapy is a non-surgical, non-invasive, drug-free treatment that uses high-energy acoustic pressure waves to deliver intense mechanical impulses to injured tissue. It is a reliable, highly effective treatment for several acute or chronic overuse tissue injuries. Shockwave Therapy can help in many ways, including:

Cell-Level Change: Shockwave Therapy affects the chemical environment of tissues at a cellular level; it causes changes to free radicals, which boosts the release of the substances that help to prevent pain and inflammation.

Break up of Scar Tissue: Shockwave Therapy can help break down fibrous scar tissue, which builds up over time, especially with chronic conditions—increasing circulation and breaking down scar tissue. It can also help stimulate cell regeneration while promoting healing and reducing pain. The process helps restore normal function to the affected area.

Blood Flow Change: Healthy blood flow is especially crucial to the healing process. Shockwave Therapy creates a restoration effect. It redirects new blood flow into the affected area, improving soft tissue healing and regeneration.

Muscle Tone Modification: Shockwave treatment adjusts the contracting activity of muscle and can also break patterns of neuro-cognitive pain related to chronic conditions. This process effectively relaxes muscles, reduces spasms, and has specific benefits with eliminating trigger points.

Pain Reduction: Shockwave pulses directly affect the nerve fibers, which transmit pain signals to our brain. Essentially, the increased pressure in tissue caused by the shockwaves initiates the production of enzymes, which have anti-inflammatory properties.