Piezowave:
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in injured tissues. It has proven effective in addressing a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, promoting tissue repair, reducing pain, and enhancing mobility. The PiezoWave2 device is a leading piece of equipment for ESWT, known for its advanced technology and precise delivery of shock waves, making it particularly effective for both acute and chronic conditions.
Benefits of ESWT with PiezoWave2
Pain Reduction: ESWT promotes the release of pain-relieving substances like endorphins and accelerates tissue healing by increasing blood circulation to the treated area. The PiezoWave2 generates focused shock waves that target specific tissue areas, helping to manage pain associated with musculoskeletal disorders.
Enhanced Tissue Healing: The shockwaves stimulate collagen production and accelerate the repair of tendons, muscles, and ligaments. This helps to reduce inflammation, promote faster recovery, and restore function.
Non-invasive and Drug-free: ESWT offers a natural alternative to more invasive treatments like surgery or steroid injections, and it reduces the need for pain medications or anti-inflammatory drugs, thus minimizing the risk of side effects.
Improved Blood Circulation: The acoustic waves from PiezoWave2 promote increased blood flow to the treatment area, encouraging healing at a cellular level and reducing the formation of scar tissue.
Stimulating Cellular Activity: ESWT activates cells involved in tissue regeneration, including fibroblasts and osteoblasts, which are essential for the repair of connective tissue and bone.
No Recovery Time: ESWT is non-invasive and doesn’t require downtime, allowing patients to return to normal activities soon after treatment.
Conditions Treated by PiezoWave2
ESWT with PiezoWave2 is widely used for treating various musculoskeletal conditions, including:
Plantar Fasciitis: Chronic pain in the heel or bottom of the foot, often caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia. ESWT reduces pain and inflammation, promoting healing in the affected tissue.
Tendonitis/Tendinopathy: Conditions such as tennis elbow, Achilles tendonitis, or rotator cuff tendinopathy. The shockwaves stimulate healing and reduce pain by increasing blood flow and collagen production.
Calcific Tendonitis: The PiezoWave2 helps break down calcium deposits in the tendons (such as in the shoulder), promoting reabsorption and pain reduction.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Trigger points in muscles can be addressed with ESWT, helping to release muscle tension, reduce spasms, and alleviate pain.
Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursae, the fluid-filled sacs that cushion the joints, can be treated effectively with ESWT, promoting healing and reducing pain and swelling.
Achilles Tendon Injuries: ESWT is particularly effective in treating chronic Achilles tendinopathies by stimulating repair in the tendon and reducing pain.
Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper’s Knee): Shock wave therapy can reduce pain and promote healing in the patellar tendon, commonly affected by sports injuries.
Chronic Soft Tissue Injuries: Conditions like muscle strains or ligament sprains can benefit from ESWT as it accelerates the repair process and reduces pain and swelling.
Osteoarthritis (Joint Pain): ESWT can be used to alleviate pain and improve function in patients with osteoarthritis, particularly in the hip, knee, or shoulder joints, by stimulating tissue regeneration and reducing inflammation.
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis): Shockwave therapy helps to improve mobility and reduce pain in patients with frozen shoulder by enhancing tissue healing and releasing tension.
How PiezoWave2 Works
The PiezoWave2 device uses piezoelectric technology to generate acoustic waves. These high-energy sound waves penetrate deep into the tissue, stimulating cell regeneration, promoting blood circulation, and breaking down calcifications. The system is highly adjustable, allowing for tailored treatment based on the patient’s specific condition and the depth of the tissue to be treated. The precise targeting and ability to vary the intensity of the shock waves makes the PiezoWave2 effective for both superficial and deeper musculoskeletal conditions.
Treatment Process
Pre-treatment: The area to be treated is assessed and gel is applied to the skin to facilitate wave transmission.
Application: The shockwave applicator is moved over the affected area, where the acoustic waves are delivered in short bursts. The treatment typically lasts between 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the condition.
Post-treatment: Most patients experience minimal discomfort during or after the procedure, with some experiencing mild soreness that usually subsides within a day or two.
In summary, the PiezoWave2 device offers an advanced and highly effective means of treating a variety of musculoskeletal disorders. Its precision, non-invasive nature, and ability to target specific areas make it an ideal choice for patients seeking pain relief and tissue regeneration without the need for more invasive procedures.