OSTEOPATHY AUCKLAND
Osteoarthritis
Breakthroughs in Osteoarthritis Treatment. Safe and effective treatment for orthopaedic conditions using Shockwave Therapy.
Experiencing joint pain, morning stiffness, grating sensations, loss of function, decreased range of motion or instability? Tried physiotherapy or chiropractor with no lasting improvements? Book your appointment today and take the first step towards improved pain and function. Auckland's Shockwave Therapy specialist Osteopath.
Slowing down
disease progression
Although there is no cure for osteoarthritis, Shockwave Therapy can help slow the disease's progression. It can help slow down cartilage wear by increasing the amount of lubricin produced in the joint. Lubricin is a glycoprotein that acts as a lubricating fluid in joints and tendons. It not only slows down cartilage wear but also stops synovial cells from sticking together. We see great results in treating Osteoarthritis suffered, including those with shoulder and Knee Osteoarthritis
Improving joint function
and reducing pain
Not only does Shockwave Therapy stimulate lubricin gene expression and reduce erosive wear, but it can also help modulate nocioception, improve pain-free movement, increase blood flow, and stimulate tissue remodelling, regeneration, and healing. Shockwave Therapy also reduces inflammation, cell death and necrosis. A course of shockwave therapy for osteoarthritis typically consists of 6 - 8 treatments one week apart and is shown to have lasting effects months to years after the course of treatment.
Non-invasive
alternative to surgery
For many, the thought of surgical intervention is scary, and many, despite surgery being indicated, would rather avoid it if possible. Shockwave Therapy provides an excellent evidence-based treatment option for those who wish to manage the pain and functional deficits non-surgically and do not wish to go down the path of steroid injections.
The dose is
important
The intensity of the shockwave therapy is very important for beneficial osteoarthritis patient outcomes. The higher the energy, the better the changes in both pain score and osteoarthritis index scores (WOMAC). With this in mind, it is important to remember that not all shockwave machines are created equal. The majority of leading literature showcasing the benefits of Shockwave therapy uses EMS DolorClast® Shockwave devices. These machines can sustain the same energy delivery at higher frequencies, demonstrating significant differences in energy output at higher frequency settings compared to other devices used in New Zealand, such as the Storz MASTERPULS® 200 ultra.
