Shockwave Therapy For Chronic Pain

Shockwave Therapy For Chronic Pain

This treatment is especially effective for those with chronic pain resulting from a condition affecting the tendons and bones, such as:

Shockwave therapy, which is noninvasive and proven safe, can be used to treat pain. It doesn't require needles nor numbing agents.

Shockwave therapy is faster than other treatments that take several weeks for effects. It does not require the use of steroids to provide immediate pain relief. Results are felt as soon as the next day, with no risk of irritation, swelling, or bruising that often accompanies many other treatment therapies. Most patients report improved functionality and quality of life after the procedure, especially those affected by tendon issues.

If you are an active individual who suffers from pain, you could experience a noticeable healing boost, improved blood flow and decreased pain with shockwave therapy.

What is Extracorporeal Shockwave Treatment for Horses?

The UF Equine Lameness & Imaging service uses extracorporeal shockwave therapy as a form of healing in horses. Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is a noninvasive modality (extracorporeal means "outside the body") that uses sound waves to stimulate healing in wounds, ligaments, tendons and bony structures. The therapy sessions last approximately 30 minutes and horses are typically sedated.

What can Extracorporeal shockwave therapy do for my horse?

The extracorporeal shockwave treatment increases blood flow and the growth of blood vessels. It also increases natural healing factors production in the area being treated. This results in faster tendon, ligament and bone healing. It is often used in cases of suspensory ligament injury, tendon disease, navicular syndrome, neck or back pain and injuries, bone bruising, bucked shins and many other orthopedic problems. You can also get short-term, mild pain relief.