Hamstring Tendinopathy: Why Shockwave Is an Emerging Standard in Care
What Is Hamstring Tendinopathy? Hamstring tendinopathy is a degenerative condition affecting the proximal hamstring tendons where they attach to the ischial tuberosity (commonly known as the sitting bone). It differs from a hamstring strain or tear. Tendinopathy is a gradual breakdown of the tendon’s structure over time — often without a specific injury event. Common […]
Hip Bursitis and Gluteal Tendinopathy: Can Shockwave Therapy Break the Cycle of Pain?
What Are Hip Bursitis and Gluteal Tendinopathy? Both conditions cause pain on the outside of the hip, but they’re not the same — and often, what’s called “bursitis” is actually a tendon problem. Trochanteric Bursitis Involves inflammation of the fluid-filled bursa over the greater trochanter (outside of the hip). It causes pain with pressure, walking, […]
Knee Osteoarthritis: Can Shockwave Therapy Offer Relief Beyond Traditional Treatments?
What Is Knee Osteoarthritis? Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint condition caused by the breakdown of articular cartilage, changes in the underlying bone, and inflammation of surrounding tissues. It’s the most common form of arthritis in the knee, and a leading cause of mobility issues worldwide. Common symptoms include: OA is commonly linked to […]
Frozen Shoulder: Can Shockwave Therapy Help Break the Stiffness?
What Is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a condition where the capsule of the shoulder joint becomes inflamed, thickened, and tight. This leads to a significant reduction in shoulder movement and often severe pain. It usually progresses through three phases: It typically affects people aged 40–60 and is more common in individuals […]
Can Shockwave Therapy Help Me?
Q: What is shockwave therapy?A: Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate healing, reduce pain, and improve blood flow in injured tissues. It’s especially useful for chronic pain or injuries that haven’t responded to other treatments. Q: How does shockwave therapy work?A: Shockwave therapy delivers radial pressure waves deep […]