Pain Control

Revolutionary Pain control, Focused Results.

Piezo Wave 2 is a European technology that was was originally used for lithotripsy, which is a non-invasive procedure that uses shock waves to break up kidney and bladder stones without surgery. This same technology was adapted to treat soft tissue injuries (both chronic and acute) by delivering focused acoustic shockwaves into damaged tissue, breaking up old scar tissue (trigger points) and adhesion while pushing swelling out of the affected areas. The shockwaves promote cellular healing at the treatment site while increasing circulation to the once damaged tissue.

TREATS:

Soft Tissue Sprain/Strains
Repetitive Stress Injuries
Trigger Points & Scar Tissue
Muscle Tightness and loss in Range of Motion
Tendonopathy & Tendonitis
Osteoarthritis
Plantar Fascitis
Neck and Back Pain
Neuropathy
Radiculopathy & Sciatica associated with Myofascial problems

PHYSIOLOGICAL EFFECTS

Eliminate the Pain Source
Facilitate Healing
Improve Microcirculation to the Area
Increase Collagen Production
Reduce/Eliminate Muscle Tension
Dissolve Calficific Fibroblasts and Scar Tissue
Stimulates the washing away of substance-P*

HOW LONG ARE THE TREATMENTS?

Each session takes approximately 8-12 minutes during which 2000-3000 pulses are delivered to the affected area. Typically the patient only needs 3-5 total visits with a minimum of 4 days between each visit.

WHAT IS THE SUCCESS RATE?

Clinical trials have shown that shockwave therapy is about 90% overall effective, and our patient basis has reported similar results. Those that do not respond favorably could have full thickness tendon/muscle tears that may require further surgical attention. This therapy was recently named the #1 “Must Have Device for your Office” by Practical Pain Management.

IS THERE PAIN AFTER THE TREATMENT?

Patients will experience minimal to no discomfort following their treatments as the shockwaves to not disturb normal healthy tissue, therefore the procedure causes minimal inflammation. In fact, most patients feel an immediate relief in discomfort following their treatment.

WHAT ABOUT EXERCISE OR AT HOME CARE AFTER TREATMENT?

The physician will instruct each patient on activity level and any at home follow up during their initial exam.

ARE THERE ANY PRECAUTIONS TO THE THERAPY?

Cortisone injections within one month prior to start of Piezo Wave 2 Therapy.
Blood Thinners (the physician will lower the intensity of the procedure to accommodate these patients, however a thorough history will be taken prior to treatment).
Systemic circulatory problems or Heart Problems
Cancer in or around the treatment areas
Pregnancy
Diabetes (with numbness to the affected area).