Shockwave Therapy in Novato, CA
Non-Invasive Treatment for Chronic Pain, Tendon Injuries, and Stubborn Soft Tissue Problems
Shockwave Therapy uses targeted acoustic waves to stimulate healing in injured or irritated tissues. It is commonly used for chronic tendon pain, plantar fasciitis, shoulder pain, knee pain, and other conditions that have not responded well to rest or basic treatment.
At DeSalvo Chiropractic in Novato, CA, Shockwave Therapy may be used alongside chiropractic care to help reduce pain, improve circulation, and support the body’s natural repair process.
What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that delivers high-energy sound waves into painful or injured areas of the body.
These acoustic waves create a controlled healing response in the tissue. This can help increase blood flow, stimulate cellular repair, reduce pain sensitivity, and break down areas of scar tissue or calcification.
Unlike surgery or injections, Shockwave Therapy does not require downtime and is designed to help the body heal more effectively.
How Shockwave Therapy Works
Many chronic pain conditions are connected to poor circulation, scar tissue, inflammation, or slow-healing tendon and connective tissue injuries.
Shockwave Therapy may help by:
- increasing blood flow to injured tissue
- stimulating tissue repair
- reducing chronic inflammation
- breaking up scar tissue restrictions
- improving tendon and ligament healing
- reducing pain sensitivity
- supporting better mobility and function
For many patients, it is especially useful when pain has become chronic or has not improved with basic stretching, rest, or medication.
Conditions Shockwave Therapy May Help
Shockwave Therapy is commonly used for:
- plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendon pain
- tennis elbow
- jumper’s knee
- rotator cuff tendon irritation
- calcific shoulder tendonitis
- hip pain
- knee pain
- foot and ankle pain
- chronic muscle tightness
- myofascial trigger points
- sports injuries
- scar tissue restrictions
- back pain related to soft tissue irritation
- chronic inflammation
A professional evaluation helps determine whether Shockwave Therapy is appropriate for your condition.
Shockwave Therapy at DeSalvo Chiropractic
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At DeSalvo Chiropractic, Shockwave Therapy is used as part of a broader treatment strategy.
For some patients, chiropractic care helps improve joint movement and spinal mechanics, while Shockwave Therapy addresses injured muscles, tendons, ligaments, or connective tissue.
This combination allows treatment to address both the mechanical and soft tissue factors that may be contributing to pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shockwave Therapy FAQs
Does Shockwave Therapy hurt?
Many patients feel little or nothing during treatment. Some notice a mild tingling or gentle pulsing sensation.
How does Shockwave Therapy work?
Yes, when properly administered it is considered safe. Certain medical conditions may require precautions or make treatment inappropriate.
What conditions respond well to Shockwave Therapy?
This depends on the condition being treated, how long it has been present, and how your body responds.
How many treatments are needed?
It is commonly used for conditions involving nerve irritation, including peripheral neuropathy and sciatica.
