Advanced Healing for Stubborn Conditions

Shockwave Therapy, also known as Radial Pressure Wave (RPW) therapy, uses the power of acoustic waves to delve into the core of musculoskeletal issues, fostering tissue regeneration and boosting blood circulation. From alleviating tendinitis to addressing plantar fasciitis, our RPW services redefine non-invasive, state-of-the-art care, providing you with a pathway to optimal well-being.

This breakthrough technology has revolutionized the treatment of chronic conditions, offering hope to patients who haven’t responded to traditional approaches.

How Shockwave Therapy Works

Shockwave therapy delivers high-energy acoustic waves into targeted tissues using a specialized handheld device. These waves create a controlled microtrauma that triggers your body’s natural healing response, resulting in several beneficial effects:

Cellular Stimulation

The acoustic waves increase cell membrane permeability, enhance cellular metabolism and activity, and stimulate the release of growth factors and stem cells. This cellular activation is a crucial component of the healing process.

Improved Blood Flow

Treatment creates new blood vessel formation (neovascularization), enhances circulation to damaged tissues, and delivers more oxygen and nutrients to accelerate healing. This improved blood flow is essential for tissue repair and regeneration.

Pain Reduction

Shockwave therapy reduces nerve sensitivity, releases endorphins (natural pain killers), and decreases inflammation at the treatment site. Many patients experience significant pain relief after just a few sessions.

Tissue Regeneration

The therapy breaks down calcium deposits and scar tissue, promotes collagen production for stronger, healthier tissue, and accelerates the healing of chronically injured areas. This regenerative effect can provide lasting relief from persistent conditions.

Conditions Effectively Treated with Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave therapy has proven particularly effective for a variety of conditions:

Tendon Disorders

Conditions such as Achilles tendinopathy, rotator cuff tendinitis, tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis), jumper’s knee (patellar tendinopathy), and gluteal tendinopathy respond well to shockwave treatment. These chronic tendon issues often improve significantly after a series of treatments.

Foot & Ankle Conditions

Plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles insertional pain, and foot arch pain can be effectively treated with shockwave therapy. Many patients with chronic heel pain find relief after traditional treatments have failed.

Other Applications

Shockwave therapy also helps with trigger points and myofascial pain, bursitis, stress fractures, calcific deposits in soft tissues, muscle strains and tears, and IT band syndrome. The versatility of this treatment makes it valuable for various musculoskeletal conditions.

The Treatment Experience

Before Treatment

Dr. Higgins will conduct a thorough assessment to confirm that your condition is appropriate for shockwave therapy and identify the precise areas requiring treatment.

During Your Session

The treatment area will be exposed and a coupling gel applied to maximize wave transmission. The handheld applicator is placed against your skin, delivering acoustic waves to the targeted tissue. You’ll feel a tapping sensation that ranges from mild to moderate intensity. Treatment sessions typically last 5-10 minutes per area, and the intensity can be adjusted based on your comfort level.

After Treatment

Most patients can immediately return to normal activities, and light exercise is generally permitted right away. Heavy exertion involving the treated area should be avoided for 48 hours. Mild soreness may occur for 24-48 hours, similar to post-exercise discomfort. Gradual improvement continues for weeks after treatment as tissue healing progresses.

The Black Diamond Difference

At Black Diamond Chiropractic and Sports Performance, our approach to shockwave therapy goes beyond simply applying the technology. We perform a comprehensive assessment to determine the true source of your pain, not just where it hurts. Treatment is directed to the specific tissues causing your symptoms with precise targeting.

We use an integrated approach, combining shockwave therapy with complementary treatments like myofascial release and corrective exercises for enhanced results. Our progressive protocols mean treatment intensity and areas are adjusted based on your response.

Dr. Higgins’ specialized training in sports medicine allows for optimal application of this technology for both athletic and everyday injuries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Experience Breakthrough Healing

If you’ve been struggling with a persistent tendon injury, chronic heel pain, or other stubborn condition that hasn’t responded to traditional treatments, shockwave therapy may be the solution you’ve been looking for.

As part of The Black Diamond Method’s “Restore & Recover” phase, this advanced technology complements our comprehensive approach to musculoskeletal health, helping you achieve lasting relief and return to the activities you love.