How Is Shock Wave Therapy Done?
Shockwave therapy is a non-surgical and non-invasive treatment that can quickly and easily be performed in a certified medical professional's office. The treatment doesn't require any anesthetic or other drug administration prior to the treatment application procedure, making it convenient for patients. The first step of treatment will require a physical exam and analysis of the area of pain or discomfort requiring treatment. Your doctor will ensure that the diagnosis of pain in the affected area is a condition that can be effectively treated using shockwave therapy.
Once shockwave therapy has been determined and decided upon as the method of treatment, the procedure itself will start. The procedure involves applying a sufficient amount of medical gel on the area to be treated. This will allow the acoustic waves to be smoothly and efficiently transferred into the layers of skin tissues, bones, tendons and muscles. Once in place, the applicator is pressed against the area of the body being treated and then activated for the high energy waves to be transmitted from the applicator into the body.
