Shockwave Therapy for Tendinitis in Tigard OR

We help treat Tendinitis using a unique drug-free, surgery-free approach!

Tendinitis (or tendonitis) is a common condition characterized by inflammation or irritation of a tendon, the thick cord that attaches muscle to bone. It typically occurs due to repetitive movements, overuse, or injury, leading to pain, stiffness, and swelling in the affected area.

As a Tigard OR chiropractor specializing in treating tendinitis, we understand the debilitating impact it can have on daily life. That’s why we offer a specialized Shockwave treatment program designed to alleviate pain and promote healing. Shockwave therapy utilizes acoustic waves to stimulate blood flow and encourage tissue regeneration, effectively reducing inflammation and promoting faster recovery.

Our tailored approach aims to address the root cause of tendinitis and restore mobility, allowing our patients to return to their active lifestyles with confidence.

Signs and Symptoms of Tendinitis

Every tendon in your body serves a specific function within the musculoskeletal system. Tendons facilitate movement by connecting muscles to bones and transmitting the force generated by muscle contractions. When tendons become inflamed or irritated, a condition known as tendonitis can develop. Symptoms of tendonitis may include:

• Pain: Persistent pain in the affected tendon, which may worsen with movement or activity.
• Tenderness: Tenderness and sensitivity to touch over the tendon.
• Swelling: Visible swelling or inflammation around the affected area.
• Stiffness: Reduced flexibility and stiffness in the affected joint or muscle.
• Weakness: Weakness or difficulty performing certain movements associated with the affected tendon.
• Warmth: Increased warmth or heat around the inflamed tendon.
• Crepitus: Occasionally, a cracking or grating sensation (crepitus) may be felt with movement of the affected tendon.
• Limited range of motion: Difficulty moving the affected joint through its full range of motion.
• Pain at rest: Pain may also be present even when the affected limb is at rest, especially during periods of prolonged inactivity or upon waking up in the morning.
• Gradual onset: Symptoms often develop gradually over time, but they can also appear suddenly, particularly after an acute injury or overexertion.

Some Causes of Tendonitis May Include:

Injury, overuse, repetitive movements, and loss of elasticity due to aging or systemic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes can lead to tendonitis.

Tigard OR Shockwave Therapy for Tendinitis

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is a safe and noninvasive therapeutic approach to treating tendonitis. It entails administering acoustic sound waves to affected tissues, aiming to alleviate pain and stimulate the healing process. ESWT is a viable alternative for individuals suffering from persistent tendinopathy, particularly those who have found little relief from conventional treatments.

Shockwave therapy is a safe alternative to surgery or steroid and other treatment injections. It is clinically proven to stimulate metabolic reactions. It activates the healing process by provoking an acute phase of healing and by stimulating enzymes involved in reducing pain, resulting in a high rate of success in treating these difficult to treat, often chronic and very painful injuries.

Shockwave is safe alternative to steroids or surgery.

Are you looking for non-invasive treatment for tendinitis? Your first treatment with Rhodes Chiropractic in Tigard is only $49!

Shockwave Therapy: Treatable Conditions

Shockwave Therapy has FDA approval for treating a diverse array of conditions, backed by extensive clinical evidence validating its efficacy. Common tendinopathies that shockwave therapy is able to treat include:

• Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
• Medial epicondylitis (golfer’s elbow)
• Rotator cuff tendinopathy
• Biceps tendinopathy
• Gluteal tendinopathy (greater trochanteric pain)
• Hamstring tendinopathy
• Achilles Tendinopathy
• Shoulder Tendinopathy
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Patellar tendinopathy

Treatment with an Excellent Cost to Effectiveness Ratio

The amount of treatment needed to allow the tendons to recover varies from person to person and can be determined after a detailed evaluation.