Speed Up Your Recovery with Shockwave Therapy After Injury

At Urban Wellness Group, we are committed to providing our patients with the most effective and innovative treatments for musculoskeletal pain and injuries. One such advanced therapy we offer is shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT). This non-invasive procedure uses targeted acoustic waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing response in soft tissue injuries and chronic pain conditions. Here are some of the types of injuries it can treat:

● Muscle Strains: Helps heal torn or overstretched muscles, reducing pain and improving mobility.

● Tendonitis: Effective for treating inflammation in tendons, such as Achilles tendonitis or tennis elbow.

● Ligament Injuries: Speeds up the recovery of ligament sprains and tears by stimulating tissue repair.

● Plantar Fasciitis: Treats inflammation of the tissue along the bottom of the foot, reducing pain and promoting healing.

● Shin Splints: Eases pain and promotes recovery from the inflammation of muscles and tendons along the shin.

● Calcific Tendonitis: Aids in breaking down calcium deposits in tendons, particularly in the shoulder.

● Frozen Shoulder: Helps increase mobility and reduce pain in cases of restricted shoulder movement.

● Hip Bursitis: Reduces inflammation and improves function in the hip area, targeting hip bursitis.

● Joint Pain and Stiffness: Treats chronic pain and stiffness in various joints, improving mobility and function.

Our experienced team at Urban Wellness Group uses evidence-based techniques to ensure safe, effective, and personalized care. We take the time to thoroughly assess each patient and determine whether shockwave therapy is the right treatment option for their unique condition and goals. Our holistic approach means we also provide guidance on lifestyle, exercises, and complementary therapies to support your overall wellness and recovery.

Shockwave therapy accelerates recovery by promoting natural healing processes in the body. Here’s how it helps speed up the recovery process:

● Stimulates Blood Flow: Shockwave therapy improves circulation in the affected area, delivering more oxygen and nutrients to promote healing.

● Promotes Collagen Production: It stimulates the production of collagen, which is essential for tissue repair and strengthening injured areas.

● Reduces Pain and Inflammation: The therapy helps decrease pain and inflammation, providing faster relief from discomfort and swelling.

● Enhances Tissue Repair: By inducing micro-trauma in tissues, it triggers the body’s natural healing processes, accelerating recovery.

● Breaks Down Scar Tissue: Shockwave therapy helps break down adhesions and scar tissue, improving mobility and reducing stiffness.

● Increases Range of Motion: It helps improve flexibility and range of motion in the affected area by loosening tight muscles and tendons.

● Speeds up Cell Regeneration: The therapy accelerates the regeneration of cells in the injured area, promoting faster tissue recovery and healing.

At Urban Wellness Group, we commonly use shockwave therapy to treat conditions such as tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and specific muscle injuries. By harnessing your body’s own repair mechanisms and optimizing the local tissue environment, shockwave therapy offers a safe, drug-free solution to help you return to your daily activities with less pain and improved function.

At Urban Wellness Group, we understand that each patient’s needs are unique—especially when it comes to shockwave therapy. The number of shockwave therapy sessions required for optimal results can vary depending on the injury, its severity, and the individual’s response to treatment. However, most patients typically undergo 3 to 6 sessions, spaced about 1 week apart. For chronic conditions or more severe injuries, additional sessions may be needed to achieve the best results.

Some patients experience significant improvement after just a few sessions, while others may require maintenance treatments to sustain the results over time. At Urban Wellness Group, we prioritize personalized care—your provider will discuss the expected timeline with you and determine the most suitable number of sessions to achieve the best possible results for your condition. For safe and effective outcomes, always follow the recommendations of your healthcare professional.

At Urban Wellness Group, we offer shockwave therapy as a non-invasive treatment for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, and calcific shoulder tendinitis. This innovative procedure uses a specialized device to deliver acoustic waves directly to the area of concern, promoting natural healing and helping to reduce pain over time.

Shockwave therapy is generally well-tolerated and does not cause significant pain during treatment. Most patients experience a mild discomfort or a sensation of pressure as the shockwaves are applied to the injured area, but this is typically not painful. The treatment is often described as feeling like a series of small, quick taps or pulses on the skin.

In some cases, particularly if the injury is more severe or the area is more sensitive, patients may experience temporary discomfort during the session. However, this sensation usually subsides once the treatment is complete. The level of discomfort can be adjusted by your healthcare provider, ensuring that it remains within a comfortable range. After the treatment, there might be slight soreness or tenderness in the treated area, but this generally resolves within a day or two.

If you have any concerns about pain or discomfort during or after your shockwave therapy, we encourage you to discuss them with your Urban Wellness Group provider. We are committed to tailoring each treatment to your needs and making the experience as comfortable and effective as possible. Overall, most patients find shockwave therapy to be a safe and well-tolerated option for pain relief and healing.

Dr. Jason Zabell, ND, is a trusted provider for Shockwave Therapy, especially when it comes to helping patients recover from injuries. His extensive experience in integrative medicine allows him to combine cutting-edge technologies like Shockwave Therapy with a personalized, holistic recovery plan. Dr. Zabell uses this therapy to promote circulation, stimulate tissue healing, and alleviate pain, helping his patients recover faster and with less discomfort.

At Urban Wellness Group, Dr. Zabell emphasizes a comprehensive approach to injury recovery. By addressing both the symptoms and root causes of pain, he creates treatment plans that are tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury, muscle strain, or tendonitis, Dr. Zabell’s expertise in Shockwave Therapy ensures an effective and efficient recovery process, with lasting results to help you return to your regular activities as quickly and safely as possible.

For more information, contact us or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 4900 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97206. We serve patients from Portland OR, Milwaukie OR, Happy Valley OR, Oak Grove OR, Lake Oswego OR, Beaverton OR, Tigard OR, and surrounding areas.