Tendinopathy is among the most common musculoskeletal system disorders, with tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) affecting approximately 1% to 3% of the general population. Despite positive recovery rates, it can be a challenging condition to treat, especially via conventional methods that require significant time or invasive approaches. As an alternative, treating tennis elbow with shockwave therapy can be a game-changer for both your patients and your clinic.

Treating Tennis Elbow with Shockwave Therapy

With radial shockwave therapy, high-energy sound waves are applied directly to the affected area. These sound waves stimulate the body’s natural healing response, promoting tissue regeneration, reducing inflammation, and improving blood circulation. Additionally, it helps to break down scar tissue at the site, which has its own benefits.

So, how can it benefit your patients and, as a result, your clinic?

First things first: treating tennis elbow with shockwave therapy has a high success rate, backed by significant research. It has been shown to help with:

  • pain, both acute and chronic
  • grip strength
  • range of motion
  • function
  • wrist flexor strength

Secondly, it’s fast. Treatments take only 4 minutes on average, with no need for any anesthetic or downtime afterwards. Many patients report feeling relief immediately! This benefits your patients because they can return to normal activities right after treatment with significant relief right away. It benefits your practice because you can see more patients, optimizing efficiency and scheduling.

Thirdly, it’s non-invasive and safe. As an alternative to surgery or other more invasive options, treating tennis elbow with shockwave therapy offers an attractive option to patients who would prefer not to go those routes. Additionally, there are no contraindications with any other treatments, so it can be used in tandem with other methods and complement a recovery regimen.

At Shockwave Canada, we carry a range of Storz Medical shockwave devices that are ideal for treating tennis elbow, including the MASTERPULS® Ultra MP50, MP100, and MP200 and MASTERPULS® ONE. A major benefit of these devices is that their design is particularly effective for treating conditions such as tennis elbow where there is not a lot of soft tissue surrounding the damaged area. The soft pressure waves emitted by the transmitter are very effective in treating the condition.

Whether your patients are pro athletes or suffering due to repetitive motion on the job or at home, treating tennis elbow with shockwave therapy has proven to be a game-changer. By diversifying your treatments and offering this in-clinic, you have the ability to also change the game for your bottom line. For more on Shockwave Canada’s complete line of Storz Medical devices, please visit https://shockwavecanada.com today.