Shockwave Therapy in Portland

Want to heal your injuries faster? Move Better offers an effective solution: shockwave therapy. This innovative, noninvasive treatment is designed to accelerate healing for chronic and acute soft tissue and hard tissue injuries. If you’re dealing with persistent pain, hoping to avoid surgery, or eager to get back to your active lifestyle, this therapy might be an ideal solution for you.

This modality works by breaking down old scar tissue, reducing inflammation, and activating your body’s natural healing processes.

Shockwave therapy is particularly effective for extremity injuries and helps speed up recovery for a broad array of conditions.

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Conditions That Can Be Addressed

Carpal tunnel syndrome
Tennis elbow & golfer’s elbow
Calcific tendonitis of the shoulder & frozen shoulder
Trigger point treatment

Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
Patella tip syndrome
Medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints)
Plantar fasciitis

Achilles tendinopathy
Sacroiliac joint pain
Stress fractures and strain/sprain injuries
Any soft tissue, muscle, or ligament issues

What to Expect During Your Visit

Your first visit involves mapping the area of pain. This process helps us identify unhealthy tissue, which is the target for treatment. As shockwave therapy is diagnostic, you won’t feel any discomfort until the therapy head reaches sensitized tissue. Once located, you’ll experience a deep ache, similar to a toothache. For the therapy to be effective, we aim for discomfort at a 5-7/10 level on the pain scale. We’ll focus on 3-4 areas in each session, with a goal of gradually decreasing the pain level over 6-10 visits.

Preparing for Shockwave Therapy

Avoid painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications 24 hours before your treatment.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area.
Stay hydrated by drinking a few extra glasses of water before your session.
After treatment, avoid high-impact activities for at least 48 hours to allow your body to heal.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does shockwave therapy help?

This modality activates the body’s self-repair mechanisms, breaking the chronic inflammatory cycle. It reduces pain, swelling, and stiffness while improving circulation and promoting tissue healing.

Do you have any special certifications or training regarding this technique?

We follow the training provided by PiezoWave2 and standard guidelines and protocols for extracorporeal shockwave therapy.

Will the treatment be painful?

You may experience discomfort during the treatment, but we aim to keep it manageable at a 5-7/10 pain level. The intensity can be adjusted based on your feedback, and any residual soreness should resolve within a day or two.

How long is a session?

Each visit takes about 30 minutes.

How many treatments will I need?

Most patients need 6-10 treatments for maximum improvement, with small positive changes often noticeable after each session.

What should I avoid after treatment?

For 48 hours after therapy, avoid taking NSAIDs, applying ice, or engaging in high-impact activities. This helps enhance the inflammatory response that promotes healing.

Is shockwave therapy covered by insurance?

The initial visit, which includes a mapping exam, is typically billed as an exam and costs $140 if not covered by insurance. Follow-up treatments are not covered by insurance and cost $100 per session.

Start Your Healing Journey Today

If you’d like to relieve pain and improve your range of motion without surgery, contact Move Better today to schedule your consultation. We want to help you get back to all the activities you love!

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