Extracorporeal
shockwave therapy or ESWT is a proven treatment method for kidney
stones, but also has its merits in dealing with pain from running.
Some experts state that ESWT procedures on runners have specific
ailments to deal with, with plantar
fasciitis one of the most effective to work on.
Plantar fasciitis is
the inflammation of connective tissue from the base of the foot all
the way to the heel bone. In the case of runners, the condition
occurs when they shift weight onto the toes as they move forward. A
number of health professionals state that the frequent lowering of
the feet’s arches, especially among flat-footed runners, places
heavy tension on the plantar fascia.
ESWT is performed by
applying a shockwave emitting device over the affected area. The
initial evaluation by your doctor will determine if high- or
low-intensity waves can be used. The energy waves are meant to
deliver microtrauma to the plantar fasciitis and stimulate the
creation of fresh blood cells in the area. General or local
anesthesia will be applied to ease pain from the shockwaves.
Although shockwave
therapy does not require a stay at the practice, some precautions are
needed to maximize the treatment. For instance, you cannot run for up
to one and a half months after the procedure. You can only do light
tasks in the interim.
ESWT for plantar
fasciitis treatment will work well if you followed instructions
carefully. It may help bring you back to peak form.
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