Shock wave therapy (Obolon)

The Obolon Center provides comprehensive treatment of musculoskeletal conditions for both children and adults, using physical therapy and massage. One of the modern treatment methods we offer is shockwave therapy (SWT).

SWT is an effective, non-invasive method widely used in orthopedics, physical therapy, and sports medicine for pain management and tissue recovery.

How Shockwave Therapy Works

During the procedure, acoustic waves are applied to the affected area. These waves:

• reduce pain
• improve blood circulation
• stimulate tissue regeneration
• help decrease inflammation

Benefits of Shockwave Therapy

• fast pain relief
• improved mobility
• non-surgical treatment
• no need for anesthesia
• short course of procedures

Shockwave therapy works especially well when combined with physical therapy and massage, allowing for more stable and long-lasting results.

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HOW THE THERAPY IS CARRIED OUT:

Shockwave Therapy Procedure

Shockwave therapy (SWT) is a non-invasive procedure that does not require skin penetration and is generally well tolerated by patients. Sensations during the procedure may vary individually, but it typically does not cause significant discomfort.

How the Procedure Is Performed

1. Consultation and Target Area Identification
A doctor or specialist performs an assessment, identifies the cause of pain, and determines the area to be treated.

2. Area Preparation
A special gel is applied to the selected area to ensure effective transmission of acoustic waves into the tissues.

3. Procedure
The applicator is placed on the treatment area, and acoustic waves are delivered to stimulate natural healing processes in the tissues.

How Many Sessions Are Needed

Typically, a course includes 3–5 sessions, depending on the condition and individual characteristics of the patient.

In many cases, relief can be felt after the first procedure. However, completing the full course is recommended to achieve stable and long-term results.

THERAPEUTIC EFFECTS:

– Restoration of blood vessels

Ensuring a stable blood supply of nutrients is necessary to support the recovery of damaged tissue structure. The use of acoustic waves creates microdamages at the capillary level of the tendon or bone. Due to microcracks, growth factors are significantly stimulated. As a result of these processes, arterioles are processed, stimulated to grow and new ones are formed. The new blood vessels improve the blood supply and oxygenation of the area and support the rapid recovery of both tendons and bones.

– Removal of chronic inflammation

Chronic inflammation occurs when inflammatory reactions are not completely stopped, which can damage healthy tissue and lead to chronic pain. Mast cells are one of the key components in the regulation of the inflammatory process. Their activity can be increased by acoustic waves. Activation of fat cells is accompanied by the production of chemokines and cytokines – anti-inflammatory compounds that first enhance the inflammatory process, and at the next stage help to restore normal healing and regeneration.

– Stimulation of collagen production

The production of a sufficient amount of collagen is a necessary prerequisite for the recovery processes of damaged musculoskeletal and ligament structures.
Shock wave therapy accelerates the synthesis of procollagen. The therapy rebuilds the newly formed collagen fibers into a longitudinal structure, which makes the tendon fibers denser and stiffer, creating a stronger structure.

– Dissolution of calcified fibroblasts

The increase in calcium salts is often the result of microfractures or other tendon injuries. Acoustic waves break the existing calcifications. Shock wave therapy triggers a biochemical decalcification that resembles brushing and treats tendons. Subsequently, granular calcium particles are removed by the lymphatic system.

– Cleaning of trigger points (pain cells)

Trigger points are the main cause of pain in the back, neck, shoulders and limbs. They are associated with palpable nodules in the stretched bands of muscle fibers and have extremely shortened sarcomeres. Non-functional sarcomeres are compressed so tightly that they begin to cut off their own blood supply. This leads to the accumulation of residues of micronutrient metabolism. The accumulation of residues irritates the sensitive nerve endings, leading to even greater contraction.
This cycle is called a “metabolic crisis”.

The mechanism of action of SWT in such cases is that the acoustic energy unlocks the calcium “pump” and, thus, converts metabolic crises in myofilaments and removes trigger points.

HOW DOES SHOCKWAVE THERAPY WORK?

A shock wave is an acoustic wave that, using high energy, affects the trigger (pain) cells of musculoskeletal tissues in subacute, subchronic and chronic conditions.

Energy promotes the regeneration and repair of bones, tendons and other soft tissues.

Kinetic energy is created by compressed air, which is transmitted through the capillary of the transmitter to the end of the applicator and further into the tissue.

We are waiting for you for a consultation at:
1 Obolonsky prospect, building 3, hall 202, metro “Obolon”.

Sign up today:

+38 (067) 410 83 29