Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy sound waves to reduce pain and stimulate healing in the body. Understanding how shockwave therapy works will help clarify how this treatment can help with scar tissue buildup.
Once a healthcare professional has diagnosed the condition and determined shockwave therapy as an appropriate treatment option, shockwave treatment can begin. The healthcare professional will use a device that emits high-energy sound waves to the target area. The device for shockwave therapy is typically hand-held and pressed gently against the skin. The shockwaves penetrate the skin, and the device directs the shockwaves toward the area of pain or discomfort. In the case of scar tissue, shockwave therapy can promote scar tissue reduction, lead to improved tissue mobility, and reduce pain.
Break Down Scar Tissue
Shockwave therapy utilizes sound waves to specifically target the area in the knee where excessive scar tissue has accumulated. This therapy works by stimulating the body’s innate healing process, causing a healthy blood flow that brings vital nutrients and oxygen to the affected area. Not only does this treatment activate the immune system, but it also encourages cell growth. Additionally, the high-energy waves produced during shockwave therapy have the ability to break up and disrupt scar tissue. Furthermore, it promotes the production of collagen, a crucial component that can strengthen and repair damaged tissues.
Improve Tissue Mobility
Healthy tissues in the knee joint include ligaments, tendons, and menisci that facilitate movement and support. When a health condition or knee injury results in stiffness or restricted mobility, it can also cause pain and discomfort. Shockwave therapy can target the affected area with high-energy waves to help improve mobility in the knee. As the scar tissue gets disrupted and broken down, the knee can move more freely, and healthy tissue can continue to grow.
Reduce Pain
Pain, swelling, inflammation, and stiffness are all common symptoms of knee injuries or conditions that affect the joint. Shockwave therapy can provide pain relief in various ways, including stimulating tissue healing and reducing inflammation in the knee. Shockwave therapy promotes the production of growth factors and the formation of new blood vessels that support new tissue growth. Reduced inflammation can also result in reduced pain. The high-energy sound waves used with shockwave treatment can also disrupt the transmission of pain signals, leading to reduced pain and discomfort.
Shockwave Therapy for Knee Rehabilitation
Recovering from a knee injury or knee surgery often requires a comprehensive plan for rehabilitation so you can become pain-free and regain healthy functioning in the joint. Shockwave therapy for knee rehabilitation can be used in tandem with other techniques like exercise and physical therapy to accelerate healing and improve overall functioning. Knee rehabilitation with shockwave therapy can help reduce pain and improve stiffness and range of motion with minimal downtime. Because shockwave therapy promotes tissue regeneration and healing in knees, this treatment can also reduce the risk of muscle atrophy and improve overall function. Shockwave therapy offers accelerated healing with scar tissue reduction as you recover from a knee injury.
The Best Shockwave Therapy for Knee Pain
Are you looking for safe, reliable, and effective relief from pain caused by soft tissue injuries and conditions?
SoftWave therapy is FDA-cleared, patented, and nationally recognized for its leading tissue regeneration technology. Unlike other types of high-energy shockwave treatments, SoftWave is the only shockwave therapy on the market that uses true unfocused shock waves that treat knee pain and scar tissue.
Thousands of patients have experienced the benefits of SoftWave, including:
- Little to no side effects
- Short treatment time
- Quick recovery
- Long-lasting results
Find a provider at a SoftWave clinic near you or learn more about SoftWave and whether or not you’re eligible for full treatment today!