What to Expect From Shockwave Therapy for Low Back Pain
Everyone occasionally experiences back pain. However, if you have chronic low back pain that doesn’t improve with rest or gets worse over time, you may have an underlying injury or condition. At Anderson Wellness Center, our chiropractors can assess your symptoms and how they are affecting your life, run diagnostic testing, and determine the underlying cause of your back pain. We can then design a personalized chiropractic back pain treatment program for you. We may recommend shockwave therapy for all-natural, drug-free pain management. Learn more about what to expect when you visit us for shockwave therapy in Anderson, SC.
What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment option for repetitive stress injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, and chronic pain. The treatment uses shockwaves to stimulate healing processes in the body and relieve pain.
Why Shockwave Therapy Is Effective for Chronic Low Back Pain
Shockwave therapy stimulates the body’s natural healing processes and can be a safe, effective alternative to prescription painkillers and more invasive procedures like back surgery. As your body absorbs the shockwaves that are emitted, it sends blood to the area and releases healing chemicals and nutrients. This process can:
- Repair damaged tissues in the back
- Increase blood flow to the damaged tissues
- Accelerate healing of injured tissues and nerves
- Stimulate nerve and cell regeneration
- Reduce inflammation and stiffness
- Prevent or reduce scar tissue formation
- Break up calcification
- Relieve joint and muscle pain
- Reduce muscle spasms and cramps
What Happens During Shockwave Therapy?
During treatment, one of our chiropractors will apply a small, handheld device to the targeted treatment area. The device will send shockwaves into your injured soft tissues, which increases blood flow to the area, stimulates the release of growth hormones and pain-relieving chemicals, and promotes new tissue growth. You may experience some mild discomfort or pressure during the procedure, but once we are done you should feel much better. Most treatment sessions last around 15-20 minutes, and we may recommend three to five treatments over one or two months.
What to Expect After Shockwave Therapy
Some people feel relief from low back pain after just one treatment. Others may need multiple treatments to begin feeling better. We may recommend combining shockwave therapy with other methods of chiropractic care to improve healing and restore function and mobility.
Learn More About Shockwave Therapy for Chronic Pain
If you suffer from chronic low back pain in Anderson, SC, our experienced chiropractors at Anderson Wellness Center can help. Visit us to determine the underlying cause of your back pain and explore safe, all-natural, and drug-free back pain treatment options. To get started, call us now to schedule an appointment, or book an appointment online.
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