Exploring Piezoelectric Shock Wave Therapy for Achilles Insertional Calcific Tendinopathy (ACIT) : The Accelerated Healing

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Piezoelectric shockwave therapy (PSWT) is proving to be the most powerful treatment choice for acute and chronic pain, and especially in this blog, we will talk about the Achilles Insertional Calcific Tendinopathy treatment with Piezoelectric shockwave treatment device.

Achilles Insertional Calcific Tendinopathy (ACIT) is a condition caused by the continual stressful wear and tear of the tendon at the insertion in the heel, resulting in bone spurs over the years. ACIT can cause heel pain in both active and sedentary people and your condition may be aggravated by repetitive strain, sudden increased intensity of exercise, tight calf muscles or faulty footwear.

Symptoms that you could identify are stiffness, constant swelling and severe pain that worsens in the morning and with activity or a day after exercising, thickening of the tendon and bone spurs or calcium deposits.

The Magic of “Piezo”

The piezoelectric SWT is a type of focused acoustic shockwave that uses the piezoelectric crystals to vibrate together that generates and focuses shockwaves to the lesion area deep in your body. These waves induce a therapeutic effect that accelerates the healing process, stimulates cellular repair and relieves pain and causes the breakdown of calcium deposits.

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Why it's the best Choice?

Unparalleled Effectiveness

PSWT therapy triggers the body’s natural healing processes by targeting the root causes of pain and discomfort at the cellular level. Several recent scientific studies have demonstrated its efficacy in reducing pain and causes numbing, improving mobility, increasing blood circulation, reducing inflammation, releases tissue adhesions, encourages tendon repair and reconstruction in case of ACIT. PSWT can be effectively used to treat Musculoskeletal conditions which can be in acute and chronic condition and can even aid in managing cellulite.

Non-Invasive and Safe

PSWT Therapy is entirely non-invasive. Patients can experience remarkable results without the risks and downtime period related to post-surgical care. The focused shockwaves make it easy to penetrate deep precisely targeting the lesion without damaging the surrounding structures. This makes it safe and comfortable while maintaining full mobility and weight bearing on the foot.

Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

Are PSWT Treatments Painful?

Piezoelectric Shockwave treatments are generally well-tolerated and cause minimal discomfort during treatment. The skin is not hurt and the focused PSWT allows no damage to healthy tissue. Also. Intensity of Treatment can be adjusted throughout the session. Patients might experience a mild tingling sensation in the treatment area during the procedure, but it's far from painful.

Are there any side effects associated with PSWT treatments?

PSWT treatments are considered safe and have minimal side effects. Some individuals might experience slight redness, a dull ache, or bruising at the treatment site, which typically subsides quickly. Patient are hence advised to not exercises for 24hrs after the session.

How effective is PSWT and why is it recommended?

Based on Scientific studies, there is 92% decrease in pain. Up to 86% of these same patients report that PSWT has helped them not only eliminate their problem but stayed pain-free even 6 months after the study. Therefore, Shockwave is recommended particularly as an option in treating chronic Achilles insertional calcific tendinopathy when all other non-operative treatments like rest, NSAIDS, orthotics and regular physiotherapy have failed. (Al-Abbad et al., 2013)

Is PSWT suitable for children with sports injuries?

Absolutely. PSWT benefits are not confined to a single condition or age group such as athletes’ recovering from an injury, an elderly individual struggling with joint pain, or anyone in between.

Can PSWT replace surgical interventions?

In many cases, PSWT can serve as a non-surgical alternative, reducing the need for invasive procedures.

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Embrace The future of Accelerated Healing:

In the ever-evolving landscape of medical advancements, PSWT shines as a beacon of hope for those seeking effective and non-invasive treatments especially in chronic cases.

For instance, a review published in the Journal of Orthopaedics highlights the basic principles of shockwave therapy (SWT) and its application in Achilles tendinopathy treatment. Similarly, a study in the American Journal of Sports Medicine and a RCT published in Acta Orthopaedica demonstrated the effectiveness of high-energy extracorporeal shock wave therapy for insertional Achilles tendinopathy.