Characteristics of chronic rotator cuff tears include continuous loss of tendon structure as well as tendon elasticity, followed by a high failure rate after surgical reconstruction. Several studies have already shown the beneficial effect of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) on tissue regeneration in tendon pathologies. Click here to read more.Read More
Shockwave is a rapid, short duration acoustic wave that carries energy and can propagate through tissue medium. This kind of physical force can be a mechanical stimulus that induces biological effects in living tissue. Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) acts as a mechanical stimulus which promotes biological healing processes through a mechanotransduction. The biological effects of...Read More
Extracorporeal softwave therapy (ESWT) is widely used in clinical practice. In addition to its original use in kidney stone disintegration, shock waves are now used for the treatment of a variety of regenerative indications. Mechanotransduction stimulates the body’s biological healing processes at the cellular level. In areas of wound healing, orthopaedics or erectile dysfunction, very...Read More
Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology (EPAT) is a non-invasive treatment that uses pressure waves to stimulate metabolism, enhance blood circulation, and accelerate healing processes. By delivering acoustic pneumatic pulses into affected tissues, EPAT promotes repair and regeneration. It is applied across various musculoskeletal conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), shoulder tendinitis,...Read More
For men, erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a challenge, causing feelings of frustration, anxiety, and even issues in relationships. Shock Wave Therapy for ED offers an effective solution that could potentially turn things around for those battling erectile dysfunction. When it comes to erectile dysfunction (ED), shock wave therapy emerges as a game-changer. This innovative...Read More
Shock therapy for muscles is a revolutionary technique that’s been making waves in the medical world. This non-invasive treatment uses shock waves to stimulate muscle and tissue repair, offering an innovative approach to pain management and healing. The concept of shock therapy for muscles might seem daunting at first glance, however, this treatment is not...Read More
Rotator cuff injuries are all-too-frequent in the United States, affecting millions of people throughout the population. Research shows that rotator cuff injury is the most common form of tendon injury in older adults, with 30% of individuals over the age of 60 — and 62% of individuals over 80 — suffering from at least a...Read More
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) is broadly used as a non-surgical therapy in various diseases for its pro-angiogenic and anti-inflammatory effects. However, the molecular mechanisms translating tissue exposure to shock waves (SW) in a biological response with potential therapeutic activity are largely unknown. As macrophages take part in both the onset and amplification of the...Read More
For almost 30 years, extracorporeal shock wave therapy has been clinically implemented as an effective treatment to disintegrate urinary stones. This technology has also emerged as an effective noninvasive treatment modality for several orthopedic and traumatic indications including problematic soft tissue wounds. Delayed/nonhealing or chronic wounds constitute a burden for each patient affected, significantly impairing...Read More
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is a treatment modality, originally introduced into the clinic as lithotripsie, which has also been successfully used in the last two decades in the non-invasive treatment of delayed or non-healing fractures. Initially, the mechanism of action was attributed to microfracture- induced repair, but intensive basic research has now shown that the shockwave...Read More
