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Shockwave Therapy Edmonton

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Edmonton Shockwave Therapy

Radial pressure waves are an excellent noninvasive treatment for conditions that are normally very difficult to treat.
These shockwaves reduce pain and improve function through tissue remodeling in 80% of patients.  And with some success rates even higher.


  • 91% improvement for Calcific Tendonitis - Journal of American Medical Association 2003
  • 77% Improvement for Tennis Elbow - The Journal of Orthopeidics 2005
  • 90% improvement for Plantar Fasciitis - Journal of Orthopeidics Research 2005

These are significant success results and we are very happy to be able to offer this therapy at Strive Spine and Sport for our patients.

*individual results may vary

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How Shockwave Therapy Works

Pain Reduction

​Radial pressure waves offer a non-invasive treatment solution for long-term insertion and soft tissue pathologies. Local treatment of the affected area will enhance and reset the healing pattern. The acoustic impulses then transmit into the underlying tissues, treating a large area. Today there are several working hypothesis for the physical effects of radial pressure waves.
The patient experiences a reduction of pain, explained by the Gate Control theory. Intensive pulses from the transmitter into the tissue create a strong nociceptor activation of the A-B fibers, which affect interneurons that inhibit the transmission of the pain signals.

Increased Metabolism

​Shockwaves influence the tissue on a cellular level. The chemical environment of the cells are affected by free radicals promoting the release of pain and inflammatory inhibiting substances, controlling inflammation and creating tissue healing and regeneration.

Revascularization

Repeated shockwaves to the affected area create a revascularisation effect, with the new blood flow in the area promoting tissue healing and regeneration.

Reduced Muscle Tone

How Successful is Shockwave Therapy

The “vicious circle”, as well as the strong pathological association between pain and muscle tone, will be broken and lead to restoring a normalized muscular tone.
On average, after only 2 or 3 sessions, over 80% of patients report painlessness or significant pain reduction.  Results may vary per individual.

How is Shockwave Therapy Performed

The doctor localizes the trigger points in the painful region and discusses the findings with you. A skin gel is then applied to the treatment area to allow the shockwaves to be introduced into the body almost painlessly and without any loss of energy. After these preparations, shockwaves are released as the shockwave applicator is moved over the pain region in a circular motion.

Duration and Frequency of Shockwave Therapy

The therapy session takes between 15 and 20 minutes depending on the disorder to be treated.  In general, an average of 4 to 6 therapy sessions are necessary at weekly intervals dependent on the condition treated and its chronicity.

Shockwave Therapy Treatment Edmonton

Strive Spine and Sport offer Shockwave Therapy Treatments for effective relief of the following conditions:
​Myofascial Trigger Points
Muscle Tension caused by painful muscular nodules (trigger points)
Chronic tension or muscle spasm
Tendon and muscle conditions
Plantar Fasciitis, heel pain, Heel Spur or pain in the foot
​​Radial and Ulnar Humeral


​Epicondylitis,Golfers and Tennis Elbow
Achillodynia, Achilles Tendonitis
Retropatellar Pain Syndrome, knee pain, Jumpers Knee
Tibial Edge Syndrome, Shin Splints
Proximal Illiotibial Band Friction
​Tendinosis Calcarea / Supraspinatus-Tendonitis
​Syndrome/Trochanteric Bursitis
Insertional Tendonitis
Shoulder pain, e.g. shoulder calcifications, Rotator Cuff injuries, Frozen Shoulder
Piriformis Syndrome, groin injuries
Chronic neck, shoulder and back pain
Chronic Fatigue or Fibromyalgia
Strive Spine and Sport Clinic
Strive Spine & Sport
​(formerly Canora Chiropractic & Physiotherapy)
10118 158 Street NW, Edmonton, AB  
T5P 2X8
​780.443.0300
OFFICE HOURS:
Mon  8:30am - 6:00pm
Tue    8:30am - 5:00pm
Wed  8:30am - 6:00pm
Thu    8:30am - 5:00pm
Fri      8:30am - 6:00pm
Sat     9:00am - 12:00pm
Sun   Closed
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  • Home
  • Treatments
    • Chriopractic Treatments >
      • Chiropractic Adjustments
      • Chiropractic Therapies
    • Physiotherapy
    • Shockwave Therapy
    • Spinal Decompression
    • Custom Orthotics
    • Massage Therapy
    • Acupuncture Therapy
  • Patient Info
  • Conditions
    • Auto Injuries
    • Sports Injury
    • Headaches
    • Low Back Pain
    • Mid Back Pain
    • Neck Pain
    • Work Injury
  • Wellness Centre
    • Baby Boomers and Beyond
    • Ergonomics
    • Fitness and Exercise Programs
    • Home Exercises and Stretches
    • Posture
    • Pregnancy
    • The Spine
  • Contact