Shock wave therapy has become almost a revolutionary breakthrough in the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
It was discovered by Swiss scientists, and then finalized by the Germans. After research in the clinics of these countries, this method began its triumphal march in Europe. Its popularity is also affected by the fact that contraindications for shockwave therapy are insignificant, but it provides very effective help.
What is the essence of this procedure?
Imagine a tsunami. What power and power this wave has! But if to direct its destructive energy for the good, how much could be done. Shock wave therapy is the same tsunami. Only doctors have learned to manage it and use it in the treatment of various bone diseases. Contraindications of shock wave therapy have a very limited range, which allows the use of this procedure quite widely.
This method is designed mainly for patients suffering from chronic inflammation of the soft tissues, the presence of seals in the places of attachment of muscles and tendons. Usually this is characteristic of people involved in professional sports, as well as low-trained and senior citizens.
Shock wave therapy is based on the high-energy effects of vibration. The doctor directs her to the affected area as a result of which:
- pain decreases;
- blood circulation is activated in the area of localization of the disease;
- loose tissue seals, the so-called fibrous foci;
- there is a gradual resorption of growths.
The advantages of this method are that:
- the possibility of targeted exposure to the focus of the disease; the impulse does not just pass through the body, but spreads precisely in the area of pain localization;
- skin and soft tissues are not injured;
- this method can be used without anesthesia;
- pain symptoms are removed immediately during the procedure;
- contraindications for shock wave therapy are not comparable with contraindications for surgical intervention in bone diseases.
Features of the impact of the shock wave determine the effectiveness of the treatment. It is noteworthy that this method has both early effects and long-term effects. The early ones include acceleration of internal processes, improved microcirculation, local reduction of pain during the procedure. The group of long-term effects that are not immediately apparent include:
- loosening of foci of salt deposition;
- restoration of elasticity and structure of ligaments;
- increased capillary growth, restoring blood supply to the tissues.
Contraindications of shock wave therapy have a limited range. They apply to pregnant women with cancer, as well as to people suffering from bleeding disorders and osteoporosis.
In all other cases, this procedure is a magic wand. Indeed, the effectiveness of the treatment of many diseases has increased since shock wave therapy began to be used. The cost of this service is low, at the beginning of 2013 it amounted to only 1800 rubles. For treatment that avoids surgery, such a price is mere pennies.