Neck pain can be caused by sudden injury such as whiplash, but it is also very common for people to have neck pain caused by repetitive motion. Many people will develop neck pain from poor posture, including slouching and looking down. As technology makes its way into our everyday lives, reports of neck pain are increasing. Many people tend to spend much of their free time looking down at their phones, while most people in office jobs tend to spend their days looking at a computer. On top of this, chronic conditions such as arthritis also contribute to neck pain. If you experience neck pain, Shockwave Therapy can help to relieve your pain without the need for medication or surgery.

Shockwave Therapy And Neck Pain

What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave Therapy uses high-energy electric sound waves to target musculoskeletal issues. These bursts of energy promote the body’s natural healing process to help injuries heal faster. This technique is also sometimes called extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) or Radial Shockwave Therapy (RSWT) and it is a form of non-invasive chiropractic care to help people recover from both acute and chronic injuries.

How Can Shockwave Therapy Relieve Neck Pain?
There are several ways that Shockwave Therapy helps relieve neck and upper back pain. This chiropractic technology can help break up calcifications that build up in the tendons and cause pain and stiffness. The acoustic shockwaves can also target trigger points that can relieve tension and pain. Many people with chronic inflammation opt for Shockwave Therapy as it helps to reduce inflammation in damaged tissues and facilitate healing. Shockwave Therapy increases blood flow, which further facilitates healing as the affected area receives more oxygen through the bloodstream. Collagen production is boosted by Shockwave Therapy, which repairs and strengthens tendons and ligaments.

Shockwave Therapy can reduce chronic and acute neck pain by addressing microtears within the ligaments of the neck, stimulating collagen production, and increasing blood flow. If your neck pain is caused by posture issues, you may also want to consider chiropractic alignment and discuss with the chiropractor ways to improve your posture to prevent future pain.

How Is Shockwave Therapy Administered?
Before your chiropractor uses the shockwave machine, they will discuss your neck pain with you and perform a physical exam to determine the cause of pain. Once the area of treatment is identified, they will have you lay on a medical table so that they can easily access the area of treatment. Your chiropractor will use a specialized tool that delivers directional acoustic waves. This is a handheld tool that is connected to a machine and this device turns compressed air into sound waves. Your chiropractor will move the device along the area of treatment with slight pressure. Ultrasonic gel may be used to help conduct the sound waves. When the device is activated, the acoustic wave will pass through the skin and into the joints, tendons, or muscles of the treatment area. The chiropractor will determine the strength of the acoustic shocks and can adjust the strength depending on the area of injury and the extent and type of injury.

Address Neck Pain With Shockwave Therapy In Calgary

If you are struggling with neck pain, Shockwave Therapy can help relieve pain without the need for medication or surgical intervention. At Shephard Health, our skilled and experienced staff will work with you to address your neck pain and administer safe and effective Shockwave Therapy. After only 3 or 4 treatments with Shockwave Therapy, most patients of Shephard Health report a reduction of over 80% of pain and a rapid return to activity. Shockwave Therapy can be used to treat other soft tissue injuries and can help you to feel like yourself again. To receive Shockwave Therapy or other options to treat your neck pain, schedule an appointment at Shephard Health by calling 1-403-543-7499.

FAQ

Q: What is the expected progress with Shockwave Therapy?
A: The beneficial effects of Shockwave Therapy are often experienced after only 3 to 5 treatments. Some patients report immediate relief after the treatment although it can take potentially up to 4 weeks for pain relief to begin and between 9 to 12 weeks to see the positive benefits. Studies demonstrate the most significant healing is between 6 and 9 weeks. This procedure can reduce pain and restore mobility.

Q: Why should I consider Shockwave Therapy?
A: Shockwave Therapy has a proven success rate that is equal to or greater than that of traditional methods and without the risks, complications, and lengthy recovery time. Shockwave Therapy does not require anaesthesia, treatment sessions are quick, patients can bear weight immediately, and return to normal activity within a few days of the procedure.

Q: What other injuries can Shockwave Therapy be used to address?
A: Shockwave Therapy can be used to treat soft tissue injuries, plantar fasciitis, knee pain, shoulder pain, and many other musculoskeletal injuries.