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Kawartha Therapeutic Centre
Tel: (705) 878-0463
Fax: (705) 878-0465
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Address:
86 Russell St. W, Unit 7
Lindsay, ON, K9V6A5
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| Frequently Asked Questions: Shockwave Therapy |
How successful is the therapy?After only 3 sessions, over 80% of patients report painlessness or significant pain reduction. Some specific success rates in the current research literature include:
What are the benefits of this therapy?
Who can benefit from treatment?Anyone looking for a safe, proven effective, non-surgical alternative for the treatment of tendon, muscle, ligament, capsular, and bony injuries. (See the above list for a more extensive list of conditions). Both athletes and non-athletes can benefit, often immensely, from treatment. Who should not use this treatment?This treatment is not recommended for pregnant women, hemophiliacs or other persons with abnormal blood coagulation. Also note that people on NSAIDs and other medication that may inhibit blood clotting and coagulation (such as Aspirin) must discontinue their use, as approved by their physician, one week prior to the treatments. Does this therapy hurt?Most patients do not have any discomfort with it at all. However, a minority will have some temporary mild to moderate discomfort. What are the risks of therapy?This technology has been used extensively in Europe (most prevalent in Germany where this technology originated) on millions of people, and in recent years, large North American centres, with virtually no serious side-effects. The only side-effects reported are relatively rare, mild, and temporary - these may include mild aching, redness, tingling, or bruising - though these have been reported in older, higher intensity equipment. (This higher intensity equipment involved the use of general anesthetics, and is being replaced by very effective, lower intensity units that require 3-5 sessions). What is the duration and frequency of therapy?Clinical research indicates that 3-4 sessions, on average, are required for maximal effectiveness, at one week intervals. Sessions generally take 10-20 minutes, depending on the condition being treated. How long will it take to notice benefits of treatment?Benefits begin to be noticed after 1-2 treatments. However, clinical research has noted continued healing and improvement of symptoms up to 16 weeks post-treatment. Do I need a referral to receive this therapy?No. Although many of our patients come from referral from their family physician or orthopedic specialist, you do not need a referral for this therapy. However, before receiving treatment, we will take a history and perform a thorough physical examination to determine if you are a candidate for shockwave therapy. Is shockwave therapy expensive?Each session costs $150, and generally, 3-4 treatment sessions are required. (If one takes into account the high success rate of this therapy, measured against the costs associated with weeks to months of conventional physical therapy that are often required to treat injuries, we believe this therapy is relatively inexpensive. Further, if one considers the cost of an injury - on quality of life, on loss of productivity - we consider this "cost" to be an investment in your health - not an expense.) How can I learn more about this therapy?Feel free to direct your questions to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . We will make every effort to reply to your e-mail within 24 hours. Or, for a more in depth look at scientific studies, try this website: http://shockwavecanadainc.ca/scientific-evidence. What is the next step for me?If you are interested in a consultation, please contact our office at (705) 878-0463. Both Dr. Carney and Dr. Clarke are well-qualified to administer this therapy. |