Shockwave Therapy in Chico, CA

How Shockwave Therapy Works

The Pulse Wave™ system uses advanced electromagnetic pulse wave technology to create focused acoustic waves that penetrate deep into damaged tissues. Here’s what happens during treatment:

1. Increased Blood Flow: The acoustic waves stimulate microcirculation and promote the formation of new blood vessels, delivering oxygen and nutrients to injured tissues.
2. Cellular Regeneration: The mechanical stress of the waves triggers your body’s natural healing response at the cellular level, accelerating tissue repair and regeneration.
3. Pain Reduction: Shockwave therapy disrupts pain signals and stimulates the release of natural pain-inhibiting substances, providing both immediate and long-term relief.
4. Breakdown of Calcifications: For conditions involving calcium deposits (like calcific tendinitis), the focused waves help break down and reabsorb these deposits naturally.
5. Reduction of Inflammation: The treatment helps modulate inflammatory responses, reducing chronic inflammation that contributes to persistent pain.

Benefits of Shockwave Therapy

Non-Invasive Solution: No surgery, no injections, no medications required

Fast Treatment Sessions: Each session takes just 10-20 minutes

Minimal Downtime: Most patients return to normal activities immediately after treatment

Clinically Proven Results: Extensive research validates the effectiveness of focused shockwave therapy

Treats Root Causes: Addresses the underlying tissue damage, not just symptoms

Long-Lasting Relief: Many patients experience sustained improvement after completing their treatment series

Complements Physical Therapy: Works synergistically with our personalized rehabilitation programs to optimize your recovery

Our Comprehensive Shockwave Therapy Process

At Inspire Physical Therapy, we take a personalized approach to every aspect of your care, including Shockwave Therapy:

Step 1: Thorough Assessment Dr. Alan Hivale will conduct a comprehensive biomechanical evaluation to identify the root cause of your pain and determine if Shockwave Therapy is right for you.

Step 2: Customized Treatment Plan We develop a personalized treatment protocol tailored to your specific condition, lifestyle, and recovery goals. This includes determining the optimal number of sessions, treatment depth, and energy levels.

Step 3: Targeted Shockwave Sessions Using the advanced Pulse Wave™ technology, we deliver precisely focused acoustic waves to the injured tissue. The adjustable depth control allows us to target exactly where healing is needed most.

Step 4: Integrated Rehabilitation Shockwave Therapy works best when combined with proper movement patterns and strengthening exercises. We integrate your shockwave treatments with targeted physical therapy exercises to maximize results and prevent re-injury.

Step 5: Progress Monitoring We track your response to treatment and adjust your protocol as needed to ensure you’re progressing toward your goals.

What to Expect During Treatment

Before Your Session:

• No special preparation is required
• Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area
• Let us know if you’ve taken any pain medications (we prefer you don’t before treatment so we can accurately assess your response)

During Treatment:

• The treatment area will be marked and prepared
• A coupling gel is applied to ensure optimal energy transmission
• You’ll feel rhythmic pulses as the shockwave applicator is moved over the affected area
• Mild discomfort during treatment is a normal and expected, which typically indicates we’re targeting the right area
• Most sessions last 10-20 minutes depending on the condition being treated

After Treatment:

• You can resume normal activities immediately
• Some patients experience temporary soreness for 24-48 hours, similar to post-workout muscle soreness
• Improvements often begin within 72 hours and continue over the following weeks
• We’ll provide specific guidance on activity modifications and exercises to support your healing