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New study from AJSM: Radial Shockwave Therapy improves blood flow to avascular region of knee meniscus tears in rat model.

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 […]

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Dr. Steven Sampson Publishes New Article on Shockwave Use for Athletes and Physically Active Individuals!

This publication by Dr. Sampson & his colleagues in the British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM) 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

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Shockwave Therapy for Tennis Elbow: How to Find Relief and Get Back on the Court

Tennis elbow is a common condition that affects athletes, especially tennis players. It is a type of repetitive strain injury that causes pain and discomfort in the elbow, forearm, and wrist. The condition is caused by the overuse of the forearm muscles and tendons, which can lead to small tears in the tendons and muscles.

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Shockwave Therapy for Professional Athletes

NBA Basketball star Markelle Fultz shares a day in the life of his pre-season workout routine. It’s a great behind the scenes look at the dedication to be a pro. Markelle includes his shockwave session at Orthohealing. We consult with professional and collegiate teams and recently published work on shockwave therapy for professional athletes. We expect the popularity to

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How It Works | Shockwave Therapy for E.D.

Shockwave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a safe and non-invasive procedure used to treat the underlying causes of ED. It uses low intensity, high frequency sound waves to target areas of damaged tissue in the penis, stimulating blood flow and promoting natural healing. This treatment has been found to be effective in certain types

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Unlocking the Therapeutic Power of Shockwave Therapy

What Is Shockwave Therapy? At the forefront of innovative medical treatments, you’ll find Shockwave Therapy. This non-invasive procedure is revolutionizing how we approach injury recovery and overall health improvement. Shockwave Therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT), is a non-surgical treatment that utilizes sound waves to stimulate healing in the body. These high-energy

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What is Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate?

Bone marrow is a spongy layer beneath the hard outer cortex within bone that hosts a variety of cells and proteins and growth factors and contributes to the body’s immune system. It houses many anti-inflammatory proteins and growth factors. Bone marrow has been harvested safely since the 19th century to diagnose blood disorders. For Bone

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What is PRP?

PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma, a minimally invasive treatment using your own blood for orthopedic conditions. A patient’s blood is taken and spun down, separating it into its natural 4 components. The plasma or liquid part of the blood is collected along with platelets. PRP contains concentrated platelets with plasma and growth factors which are

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PRP Therapy for Hip Osteoarthritis

PRP treatment to the hip involves taking a sample of the patient’s own blood and separating its properties by blood spinning or centrifugation. The yellow liquid component, or the plasma, contains platelets that secrete growth factors and other anti-inflammatory proteins. Using image guidance, typically ultrasound these cells are injected into painful joints and soft tissues.

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Severe Knee Osteoarthritis: What is it?

Severe osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage ( a glossy covering of bony surfaces) of the knee is rubbed away so much that the joint is exposing bone on bone. The cartilage acts as a natural lubricant and shock absorber to allow smooth movement of the joint. Without the cartilage, the bones will begin grinding on

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