Extracorporeal shock wave therapy is used to treat chronic heel pain (plantar fasciitis/heel spur syndrome). During this non-invasive surgical procedure, sonic waves are directed at the area of pain using a device similar to that currently used in non-surgical treatment of kidney stones."Extracorporeal" means "outside of the body," and refers to this non-invasive surgical procedure in which strong sound waves are directed at the area of heel pain.
During the usually brief procedure of about 30 minutes, performed under local anesthesia and/or "twilight" anesthesia, strong sound waves penetrate the heel area and stimulate a healing response by the body. An overnight hospital stay is not necessary since extracorporeal shock wave therapy is performed on and outpatient basis.
This therapy is a safe and effective alternative treatment for heel pain and only requires a very short recovery time, mainly due to the elimination of costly and invasive surgical procedures.Contact us today to discuss the treatment options for this effective procedure.
What is Proximal Plantar Fasciitis or Chronic Heel Pain?
Proximal Plantar Fasciitis is the inflammation (irritation or injury to tissues) of the plantar fascia. Proximal means nearer to the heel of the foot. The plantar fascia is a tight bad of fibrous tissue which begins at the heel, travels across the arch, and ends at the ball of the foot. The inflammation (irritation or injury to tissues) and pain is most often felt at the inner part of the heel and may extend into the arch.
What Causes Chronic Heel Pain?
Chronic heel pain is usually the result of repetitive over-use and over-loading, (running, waling, standing) of the foot causing thickening of the plantar fascia, loss of elasticity and decreased blood flow to the tissue.
What is Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy?
Extracorporeal means "outside the body". Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy is a treatment method that applies acoustic energy to the heel tissue from outside the body.
Solution: The Orthospec Treatment
- FDA Approved
- Significantly lover complication rate
- Faster recovery time and earlier return to normal activity
- Lower healthcare cost
After the Orthospec Treatment
Results from treatment maybe be immediate or may take some time. After treatment you will be evaluated by your physician again. Your physician may ask you to return 3 weeks or more after your treatment to assess the effectiveness of the treatment.
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