Shockwave Therapy in Edmonton

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Shockwave Therapy for Musculoskeletal & Soft Tissue Concerns

When pain or discomfort continues to interfere with movement, work, exercise, or everyday activities, shockwave therapy may be one treatment option to consider.

Active Health Collective offers shockwave therapy at our Edmonton clinic as part of our growing range of health and rehabilitation services. Treatment is based on an individual assessment, with your practitioner determining whether shockwave therapy is appropriate for your particular concern.

What Is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic pressure waves directed into a targeted area of the body.

It is commonly used in the management of certain musculoskeletal and soft tissue concerns, particularly involving tendons and other tissues that may be slow to recover.

Treatment is applied externally using a handheld device. Your practitioner identifies the appropriate treatment area and adjusts the application based on your individual needs and tolerance.

Practitioner assessing a patient’s heel and ankle for plantar fasciitis pain

What Is Shockwave Therapy Used For?

Shockwave therapy may be considered for certain persistent musculoskeletal and soft tissue concerns.

Depending on your assessment, these may include:

  • Plantar heel pain / plantar fasciitis
  • Achilles tendon concerns
  • Patellar tendon concerns
  • Tennis or golfer’s elbow
  • Certain shoulder and rotator cuff concerns
  • Hip and gluteal tendon concerns
  • Muscle and tendon pain
  • Other persistent soft tissue concerns

Not every condition or patient is appropriate for shockwave therapy. Your practitioner will assess your concern and discuss whether this treatment option is suitable for you.

How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?

Shockwave therapy delivers controlled acoustic waves to the targeted tissue.

These mechanical waves interact with the treatment area and are used with the goal of stimulating biological responses involved in tissue repair and pain modulation.

Shockwave therapy is generally provided as a series of treatments rather than assuming that one session will resolve a concern. The appropriate treatment plan depends on factors such as the condition being addressed, your health history, and your response to treatment.

What to Expect During Shockwave Therapy

Your practitioner will review your concern and relevant health information before beginning treatment. An assessment may be required to determine whether shockwave therapy is appropriate and to identify the area being treated.

A handheld applicator is placed against the skin over the treatment area. Acoustic waves are then delivered through the device.

You may feel tapping or pulsing sensations during treatment. Sensitivity varies depending on the area being treated and the individual, so communicate with your practitioner about how the treatment feels.

Some people experience temporary tenderness, redness, or sensitivity in the treated area following shockwave therapy.

Your practitioner will discuss any appropriate aftercare and recommendations with you.

Shockwave Therapy at Active Health Collective

Shockwave therapy is one of several treatment and rehabilitation options available at Active Health Collective.

Because our Edmonton clinic offers more than one type of service, patients can access chiropractic care, kinesiology and rehabilitation, massage therapy, and additional treatment options in the same location.

Services available at Active Health Collective include:

Frequently Asked Questions About Shockwave Therapy

No. Shockwave therapy uses acoustic pressure waves rather than electrical current. The treatment is delivered through a handheld applicator placed against the skin.

People experience shockwave therapy differently. Treatment can produce noticeable tapping or pulsing sensations, and sensitive areas may feel uncomfortable during treatment. Your practitioner can adjust treatment parameters based on your needs and tolerance.

There is no single treatment schedule that applies to everyone. The number and frequency of treatments depend on the condition being addressed, your assessment, and how you respond to treatment. Your practitioner will discuss an appropriate plan with you.

An appropriate clinical assessment helps determine whether shockwave therapy is suitable for your concern and whether there are reasons the treatment should not be used.

The services appropriate for an individual depend on their particular concern and assessment. Active Health Collective offers several health and rehabilitation services in one location, allowing patients to access different treatment options when appropriate.

Coverage depends on the service provider, treatment circumstances, and the terms of your individual extended health benefits plan. Patients should confirm their coverage directly with their insurer.

Active Health Collective offers shockwave therapy at our Edmonton clinic, formerly Active Chiropractic.

Active Health Collective
101, 5677-99 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T6E 3N8
Phone: 780-439-4321

Book Shockwave Therapy in Edmonton

If a persistent muscle, tendon, or soft tissue concern is affecting your movement or activities, talk with our team about whether shockwave therapy may be an appropriate option.

Active Health Collective offers shockwave therapy alongside chiropractic, massage therapy, kinesiology and rehabilitation, and other services at our Edmonton clinic.