Shockwave Therapy Plympton
Enhance Your Recovery with Advanced RPW Shockwave Therapy
Radial Pressure Wave (RPW) Shockwave Therapy at Core Physiotherapy and Pilates Studio offers an innovative option for those seeking support in managing long-term tendon and soft tissue conditions.
Initially developed to break down kidney stones, shockwave technology has been refined for use in musculoskeletal applications. Shockwaves applied externally target specific tissues to promote recovery through multiple physiological pathways.
How RPW Shockwave Therapy Works
Potential Physiological Benefits of RPW Therapy
Pain Signal Modulation
Shockwave pulses disrupt pain signals, potentially modifying the way pain is perceived based on the Gate Control Theory.
Enhanced Metabolic Activity
RPW may affect cells metabolically, potentially fostering the release of pain-inhibiting and anti-inflammatory substances. This effect could allow old and weakened cells to be replaced, facilitating tissue recovery.
Revascularisation
Shockwaves stimulate blood flow, supporting tissue regeneration, particularly in areas with compromised circulation.
Muscle Tone Modulation
Localised shockwaves could reduce muscle tension, especially in areas with trigger points or pain-affected neural responses.
Applications of RPW Shockwave Therapy
Convenient Locations across Adelaide
What to Expect During Shockwave Therapy
After evaluating your needs, your physiotherapist will apply shockwave therapy to the affected area in sessions generally lasting 10 minutes or less. A typical plan includes 4–6 treatments, with results reviewed after completion. Side effects may appear after treatment, including mild reddening, swelling, or bruising, which usually resolve within 5–10 days.
Shockwave Therapy Plympton Resources
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- Extra-corporeal pulsed-activated therapy (“EPAT” sound wave) for Achilles tendinopathy: a prospective study. Saxena A, Ramdath S Jr, O’Halloran P, Gerdesmeyer L, Gollwitzer H. May 2011
- Eccentric Loading Versus Eccentric Loading Plus Shock-Wave Treatment for Midportion Achilles Tendinopathy. A Randomized Controlled Trial. Furia, Maffulli 2009
