ORVITZ PODIATRY CLINIC
Shock Wave Therapy
ORVITZ PODIATRY CLINIC
Plantar Warts
Plantar warts can make simple activities like walking or standing uncomfortable. They are a common nuisance that can affect many people. Warts are generally harmless, but can be painful. Plantar warts may make walking painful.
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Non-Invasive Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)
Shock Wave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses shock waves produced by pneumatic pulses.
These shock waves create ballistic movements and are transmitted to the surrounding tissues using a handheld device placed directly in contact with the skin.
It is a fast, reliable and effective treatment.
What Can Shock Wave Therapy Be Used For?
The following conditions can be treated with Shock Wave Therapy:
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Calcaneal Spurs
- Heel Spurs
Advantages of Shock Wave Therapy
Advantages include:
- Avoid surgery
- Minimal discomfort
- No medication needed
- No risk of allergy
- Fast, ambulant treatment
- Almost no side effects, other than possible mild bruising
- No imaging or anesthesia needed
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Treatment Protocol
The treatment protocol consists of 4 treatments, scheduled 1 week apart.
