Shockwave Therapy in San Jose CA - Resolve Chiropractic

Close-up of a practitioner using a handheld therapy device on a patient's upper back during treatment.

Resolve Chiropractic uses Shockwave Therapy in San Jose CA as a part of a whole-patient approach to improving patient health and well-being. Officially called low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy (Li-ESWT), the procedure is more commonly known as shockwave therapy.

Conditions That Shockwave Therapy in San Jose CA May Help

Tennis Elbow
Achilles
Rotator Cuff
Plantar Fasciitis
Peripheral Neuropathy
Jumper's Knee
Calcific Tendinitis Of The Shoulder

There May Be Hope For You

The energy waves stimulate the body's natural healing mechanisms through microtrauma to the area. It triggers your own regenerative cells to come to the area and heal the tissue. It enhances vascularization and nerve regeneration as well.

Practitioner using a handheld therapy device on a patient lying face down on a treatment table.

Close-up of a handheld therapy device being applied to a person's upper chest and shoulder area.

How Is Shockwave Therapy Done?

Your San Jose CA therapist will discuss your symptoms with you and locate the source of pain. They will then mark the area intended for the Shockwave Therapy. A gel is applied to optimize the contact between the application device and your skin. The handpiece delivers pulsations to the pain area for a number of prescribed pulses, depending on the condition.

Shocwave Therapy Frequently Asked Questions

How Successful Is Shockwave Therapy?

Success Rates: 90% improvement was recorded for the treatment of Plantar Fasciitis (heel pain) by the Journal of Orthopedic Research (2005). The same publication quotes a 77% success rate when treating Tennis Elbow with Radial Shockwave Therapy and other clinical studies have generally reported a success rate in excess of 75%. Nice (National Institute of Clinical Excellence) provided evidence to the NHS: NICE evidence for Shockwave.

Shockwave Therapy is FDA cleared for the treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain and connective tissue disorders; there are no known risks or complications.

Is Shockwave Therapy Covered By Insurance?

Shockwave therapy is an elective pay modality and is not covered by insurance.

Are There Any Contraindications With Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave Therapy is not recommended for patients on blood thinners, those with malignancies, and those who are pregnant.

How Many Sessions Do I Need?

Shockwave treatment is often performed once a week for a period of 3-6 weeks, depending on Chronicity of the problem.

When Will I See Improvement From Shockwave Therapy?

Some patients may feel or see improvements immediately after their first treatment. More significant improvements may be seen after completing a full course of treatment.