ESWT – Extracorporeal shock wave therapy
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) – An innovative pain management solution
Many years of experience have confirmed that certain pathological alterations of tendons, ligaments, capsules, muscles and bones – in other words the root causes of your pain – can be eliminated systematically with this innovative therapy approach.
If performed by qualified therapists, extracorporeal shock wave therapy is a highly effective procedure to treat pain with minimal risks or side effects.
What are shock waves?
Shock waves are audible high-energy sound waves. In the medical world, shock waves have been used since 1980 to disintegrate kidney stones, for instance.
Which diseases are treated?
- Elbow
- Achilles tendon and heel
- Back
- Knee and shin
- Shoulder and neck
How is shock wave treatment performed?
The therapist localizes the pain region by palpation and discusses the findings with you.
