It’s great the see the growing interest in shockwave (ESWT) by the NBATA featuring some of the brightest minds in sports medicine. Many medical innovations like PRP, get a boost from awareness in the sports realm. Shockwave is a safe, evidence based, and minimally invasive tool for musculoskeletal injuries. Similarly to PRP injections, it triggers […]
While this is not the 1st AJSM study showing that shockwave therapy can boost blood flow to the meniscus: (https://lnkd.in/g5FXHHj2), this new paper uses a radial pressure wave device single session to stimulate healing of the meniscus. It modulated inflammation and alleviated cartilage degeneration. Via mechanotransduction, shockwave amplifies blood flow & induces cell signaling/metabolism to
As a physiatrists during residency, we trained on SCI and always wondered if there was a better way to shift the paradigm from palliative to treatment focused care. (Including most musculoskeletal conditions). According to a phase I clinic trial published by the Mayo Clinic, this shift may be underway. Authors from the Mayo clinic recently published a
Check out this new publication in the American Journal of Sports Medicine (AJSM). The systematic review and meta-analysis included outcomes from 1993 patients. PRP demonstrated a significantly higher rate of successful outcomes compared with hyaluronic acid (HA) as well as higher rates of patient-reported symptom relief, not requiring a reintervention after the initial injection treatment,
This publication by Dr. Sampson & his colleagues in the British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM)Â is the 1st of its kind summarizing all of the peer reviewed papers on extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) use in athletes and active individuals. It serves as a great reference for Athletic trainers, Physical therapists, Sports Med, Orthopedic, Pain, and
Whether resulting from overuse, injury, or a medical condition, debilitating elbow pain can disrupt your daily activities and quality of life. Understanding the Causes of Elbow Pain To create an effective, customized plan to treat elbow pain it’s essential to first identify and understand its underlying origin. Elbow pain is created by a variety of
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Focus shockwave therapy is a non-invasive medical treatment that has gained popularity in recent years. It involves the use of high-energy acoustic waves to stimulate healing and promote tissue healing. This therapy is primarily used to treat musculoskeletal conditions and has also shown promising results in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. In this article, we
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Tendonitis, also known as tendinitis, is a condition characterized by the inflammation of a tendon, which is the thick fibrous tissue that connects muscles to bones. It most commonly occurs in areas such as the shoulders, elbows, knees, and heels. Tendonitis can be caused by a variety of factors, including repetitive movements, overuse of a
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Acoustic shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that has gained popularity in recent years for its effectiveness in treating various musculoskeletal conditions. This innovative therapy uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing process, promoting tissue growth and reducing pain. However, one common concern among potential patients is the cost of acoustic shockwave
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Tendon pain is a common condition that affects many individuals, causing discomfort and limiting their ability to perform daily activities. Tendons are tough bands of tissue that connect muscles to bones, and when they become injured or inflamed, it can result in pain and reduced mobility. Tendon pain can occur in various parts of the
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