Shockwave Therapy for Scar Tissue/Adhesions
Focused shockwave therapy (fSWT) is an effective treatment for managing and reducing scar tissue and/or adhesions, particularly in the context of musculoskeletal injuries and trauma, post-surgery, and chronic conditions. It offers a non-invasive solution that not only reduces scar tissue and/or adhesions but also enhances healing and overall tissue function, promoting faster recovery.
How does it work? | Treatment protocol | Benefits | When to consider fSWT
What Is Scar Tissue?
Scar tissue forms as part of the body’s natural healing process following an injury, surgery, or inflammation. While it is essential for repairing damaged tissues, scar tissue can sometimes become problematic, leading to stiffness, pain, reduced mobility, and even the development of adhesions (bands of scar tissue that bind tissues together abnormally).
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How Focused Shockwave Therapy Treats Scar Tissue
- Breaks down scar tissue
- Promotes tissue remodelling
- Reduces inflammation
- Promotes tissue healing
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Treatment Protocol for Scar Tissue
Typical Course
A course of shockwave therapy and physiotherapy for scar tissue usually involves 5 to 8 sessions, spaced about one week apart. Each session lasts 30 minutes. The exact number of sessions may vary depending on the severity of the condition and the client’s response to treatment.
Intensity And Frequency
The intensity and frequency of the shockwaves are carefully adjusted based on the client’s pain tolerance and the characteristics of the condition.
Minimal Downtime
Clients can usually resume normal activities immediately after treatment, although they will be advised to avoid strenuous or
high-impact activities for a short period if possible.
Post-Treatment Sensation
Some clients may experience mild soreness or swelling in the treated area. This typically resolves within a few days.
Benefits of Shockwave Therapy for Scar Tissue
Non-Invasive and Safe
Focused shockwave therapy offers a non-surgical option for treating scar tissue, reducing the need for invasive procedures and minimising the associated risks.
Effective Pain Relief
If pain is associated with scar tissue, many clients experience significant pain relief after just a few sessions, allowing them to return to normal activities with reduced discomfort.
Enhanced Healing
By promoting tissue regeneration and reducing inflammation, shockwave therapy accelerates the healing process, leading to faster recovery times compared to traditional treatments.
Reduced Dependence on Medication
If pain is associated with scar tissue, effective pain management through shockwave therapy can decrease the need for pain medication or anti-inflammatory medication, reducing potential side effects.
Improved Functionality
If the scar tissue affects function, as it is decreased clients often regain full use of the area, enabling them to return to sports or other activities that were previously painful.
High Success Rate
Clinical studies and/or client outcomes indicate that shockwave therapy is highly effective in treating scar tissue, especially in cases where other traditional treatments have failed.
When to Consider Shockwave Therapy for Scar Tissue
Ongoing pain
If experiencing ongoing pain or sensitivity at the scar site, particularly in hypertrophic or keloid scars.
Restricted movement
If the scar tissue is causing restricted movement or joint stiffness, and standard treatments have not improved flexibility.
Rigid, raised or painful
If the scar tissue remains rigid, raised, or painful despite the use of massage, topical treatments, or compression therapy.
Standard treatments ineffective
If you have not responded well to conventional treatments like steroid injections or standalone physiotherapy.
Cosmetic considerations
If concerned about the appearance of the scar, and other methods have been ineffective.
Focused shockwave therapy can help break down scar tissue, reduce adhesions, and promotes improved blood flow and tissue regeneration, offering a non-invasive alternative for clients seeking faster relief and recovery.
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Having previously tried radial shockwave treatment, which was painful (due to the hammering action) and ineffective, I did some research and decided to try FSWT. I noticed an immediate pain reduction in relation to my plantar fasciitis, which had been persistent for over 6 months. The improvement to my knee pain came more gradually, but it had been an issue for many years. But after 5 treatments I was almost pain free. Nim was very professional and friendly and also offered advice on when to avoid and start normal activities and also included stretching programmes. I'm glad I made the investment and managed to get myself back to my outdoor hobbies before summer.
After almost two years of either living in (sometimes debilitating) pain with plantar fasciitis (PF) and not doing anything about it or having some unproductive and even counterproductive osteopathy and physiotherapy sessions/advice, I did some research into best treatments for PF and found Nim's focussed shockwave therapy (FSWT).
After 3 sets of FSWT sessions I'm now almost pain free, and I'm certain that a few more sessions will completely eradicate the PF. Unfortunately, at the end of last year I was hit with painful sciatica, and an MRI confirmed that I have two herniated discs (HDs). Nim advised me that FSWT works wonders with HDs, and since this is now my main complaint, we decided to focus on the sciatica, and will then intercalate the PF treatment. I'm feeling very positive about it!
Nim is a very knowledgeable, competent and professional physiotherapist, and an incredibly kind and caring person. She is always patient and keeps reassuring me every time I get frustrated. In addition to the FSWT sessions, I was given a tailored home stretch and self-treatment programme, both for the PF and for the HDs/sciatica.
I cannot recommend Nim and her magical machine enough! Thank you for everything, Nim :)
I came to Nim several months ago frustrated and in pain with a herniated disc what just wasn't healing. I arrived with restricted movement and pain everyday, even when I coughed of sneezed! I paid for 2 sets of shockwave therapy and it is the first time in a year where I feel like myself again. She not only provided the treatment but also was kind, and incredibly reassuring in my moments of frustration. Thank you for everything!
I had started to develop pain in the ball of my foot when I ran and then the pain continued when I walked. I went to the docs and got a diagnosis of a mortons neuroma. After trying various ways to manage the pain, I did some research and found Nim's focussed shockwave therapy. It was a tough commitment to come to 5 sessions in London when I live in Redcar (North East of England) but totally worth it. The pain I had when I run has gone and hopefully it won't come back as I start to increase my distance and frequency.
I 100% recommend Nim, she is such a lovely caring person and made me feel very comfortable during the treatment and also gave me plenty of good advice ☺️
I was struggling with bi-lateral achilles tendinopathy and retrocalcaneal bursitis which was impacting my ability to play sport. Over a number of sessions the Shockwave reduced the swelling, scar-tissue and most importantly the pain and both issues are now completely resolved. I also found Nim extremely professional and really nice to deal with. Recommended.
