Shockwave Therapy for Tendon Disorders in Calgary
Shockwave therapy is used to treat a number of bone, joint and tendon disorders. Shockwaves are generated pneumatically and spread through tissues in a radial fashion. At North Hill Foot & Ankle Clinic, Dr. Crosby offers this therapy for tendon disorders in Calgary. Shockwave therapy is thought to work by creating a micro trauma to the area of treatment which:
- Stimulates blood vessel formation and blood vessel dilation
- Causes release of pain mediators that decrease pain
- Causes release of growth factors that aid in tissue regeneration
- Causes anti- inflammatory effects
Shockwave therapy can be used to treat a variety of bone, tendon, and joint disorders, some of which include:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendonitis
- Shin splints
- Patellar tendonitis
- Peroneal tendonitis
- Non-union of fractures
Non-surgical Therapy Procedure
Painful foot disorders can be treated with effective and non-invasive procedures.
