Focused Shockwave Benefits Targeting Inflammation
Shockwave technology has been around since the 1970s, initially used to break down kidney stones. Today, focused shockwave energy treats musculoskeletal injuries such as tendinopathy, arthritis, plantar fasciitis, neuropathy, scar adhesions, and fibrosis.
Focused Shockwave transmits acoustic waves straight to the affected tissue, creating controlled microtrauma. This mechanical stress triggers various cellular responses essential for tissue repair and regeneration. Shockwave accelerates healing by stimulating angiogenesis, stem cell migration, and fibroblast activity. It hastens tissue repair by reducing chronic inflammation and improving tissue strength, elasticity, and function.
Effects on Tissue:
1. Angiogenesis: stimulates the formation of new blood vessels in the target tissue. Bringing new oxygenated and nutrient-rich blood to promote enhanced tissue healing.
2. Stem Cell Migration: Triggers mesenchymal stem cells for regeneration.
3. Collagen Fiber Formation: Promotes the synthesis and remodeling of collagen fibers in the extracellular matrix, which supports the structure and function of tissue.
4. Elastin Formation: Enhancing tissue elasticity and flexibility to restore mobility.
5. Fibroblast Activity: Increases fibroblast proliferation and activity for collagen production, crucial for tissue repair and regeneration.
Typical treatment protocols will occur 1-2 times a week for 4-8 weeks, depending on the issue and chronicity of the situation. The more chronic or systemic the issue, the more sessions may be required compared to a more acute issue. Treatments typically take 15-20 minutes per area. During treatment, we scan the body for pain points and then deliver shocks to those areas until the discomfort dissipates. The intensity can be adjusted to tolerance but may be initially uncomfortable. Side effects may include mild initial soreness and bruising, which should subside fairly quickly. The discomfort is part of how we determine the appropriate treatment area and activate stem cells and repair cells at the source. It is part of the process to restart the healing cascade.
This service is generally not covered by insurance. Each session involves administering 1,000 shocks to the affected area, which takes approximately 15 minutes of active treatment time. The typical cost is $150 per treatment area. Package options are also available, and you can treat multiple areas in a single visit for an additional fee.
Results in the first few months of providing treatment in the capital district are as follows:
Plantar fasciitis with good results and patient satisfaction in 2-4 sessions.
Elbow and shoulder tendinitis with marked improvement in pain in 1-3 sessions.
Sciatica with improved activity tolerance and reduced radiating nerve pain in 2-6 sessions.
Knee osteo arthritis with improved mobility and decreased need for medications in 2-5
Shockwave treatment will be provided at Therapeutic Evolution in Executive Plaza behind Stuyvesant Plaza in Albany, NY. Other treatments will include Targeted Cryotherapy for inflammation and sculpting, and ANF Therapy wearable medical devices for the medical management of inflammation and holistic recovery. These will be available at this location.
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