Shock Wave (ESWT) and Extracorporeal Pulse
Activation Treatment or EPAT
Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment or EPAT uses pressure
waves to stimulate the metabolism, enhance blood circulation and
accelerate the healing process. Tissue gradually regenerates and
eventually heals. This non-invasive treatment can be used for acute
or chronic plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, shin splints and
other tendon/muscle pains.
Sports medicine
practitioners embrace benefits of extracorporeal shock wave therapy
- Mayo Clinic
Capsulitis
IS SHOCKWAVE TREATMENT FOR YOU?
About EPAT For our Patients
If you have acute or chronic heel pain (planter fasciitis/fasciosis), Achilles tendonitis/tendonosis, shin splints or calf strain, this treatment has the potential to fast track your recovery without any medications or invasive treatment.
HOW DOES IT WORK
EPAT is Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment. Treatment is
done through acoustic pressure waves (also called shock waves) to
illicit a healing response. The pressure waves are directed at the
area of pain using a device similar to that currently used in the
non surgical treatment of kidney stones (lithotripsy).
The effect of the treatment stimulates healing by increasing blood flow, increasing cellular metabolism, increasing cellular growth factors and breaking down scar tissue. It is a non-invasive procedure that is done on a weekly basis for 3 to 6 weeks. It is a very safe treatment with limited side effects. Contraindications: You are not a candidate if you are pregnant or have vascular disease requiring the use of Coumadin or similar blood thinner.
RESULTS
Most patients have little discomfort after the treatment and can
resume their normal activities the next day. Maximal results are
seen 4-6 weeks after the final treatment. Stretching is a necessity
during treatment as well as orthotic devices. Patients should not
take anti inflammatory medications during the treatment period
through 4 weeks after the last treatment. EPAT is FDA approved and
a very effective way of treating patients without the risk of
surgery.
Ask Dr. Robinson if shockwave therapy is for you!
Call our office today at (408) 370-3338 to make an appointment