Finally Heal That Stubborn Injury with Shockwave Therapy in Palmetto Bay
If you've been managing the same tendon pain for months — trying rest, anti-inflammatories, maybe even steroid injections — and nothing has held, shockwave therapy may be the treatment your body has been waiting for. At MNJ Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic, we use extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) to target chronic soft tissue injuries at their source, stimulate real healing, and get you back to living without that constant ache.
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What Is Shockwave Therapy and How Does It Work?
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy — ESWT — delivers targeted, high-energy acoustic waves through the skin to injured tendons, muscles, and connective tissue. Those sound waves do something that rest and medication cannot: they stimulate your body's own repair mechanisms. Blood flow increases to the area, cellular metabolism accelerates, and the scar tissue and calcifications that have built up in chronic injuries begin to break down. The result is a tissue environment that can finally heal.
Nothing is injected. Nothing is cut. The technology is FDA-approved and has been used in sports medicine and orthopedics for decades. Dr. Westrich pairs shockwave treatment with chiropractic adjustments and movement guidance to address not just the injury site, but the mechanics contributing to it.
Conditions Shockwave Therapy Treats Effectively
Shockwave therapy is especially effective for chronic tendon and soft tissue injuries — the kind that linger long after the initial incident. Common conditions we treat include:
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
- Achilles tendinitis
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis)
- Rotator cuff tendinopathy
- Chronic muscle knots and myofascial trigger points
- Calcifications in tendons and soft tissue
These are injuries that often don't respond well to rest alone because the underlying tissue has lost the ability to repair itself without a stimulus. Acoustic wave treatment provides exactly that stimulus — jump-starting the musculoskeletal healing process in areas where the body has essentially stalled.
Helping you navigate each step with confidence and support
A session is straightforward and takes place right here in our Palmetto Bay office. Dr. Westrich applies a small amount of gel to the treatment area, then uses a handheld probe to deliver rapid acoustic pulses directly to the injured tissue. Most sessions run five to ten minutes per area.
Patients often describe the sensation as a firm, rhythmic tapping. For chronic conditions with significant scar tissue involvement, there can be some discomfort during treatment — that's normal and actually a sign the shockwaves are reaching the right depth. Intensity is always adjusted to your tolerance, and the feeling resolves quickly after the session ends. A typical course of treatment involves weekly sessions over several weeks, and many patients notice meaningful improvement in pain and function within the first few visits.
What to Expect During a Shockwave Therapy Session
Your Questions About Shockwave Therapy, Answered
What injuries can shockwave therapy treat effectively?
Shockwave therapy works best on chronic tendon and soft tissue conditions — plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, tennis and golfer's elbow, rotator cuff tendinopathy, and calcifications in tendons or muscles. If you've had a nagging injury that hasn't responded to rest or conservative care, it's worth discussing whether ESWT is a good fit.Is shockwave therapy painful?
Most patients describe a strong tapping sensation during treatment. For chronic injuries with scar tissue buildup, there may be some discomfort — but intensity is fully adjustable and the sensation ends when the session does. Patients rarely find it difficult to tolerate, and the temporary discomfort is a reasonable trade for the healing response it triggers.How many sessions will I need before I see results?
Most patients notice a reduction in pain and improved movement within three to five sessions. A full course typically involves weekly visits over four to six weeks, depending on the severity and duration of the injury. Dr. Westrich will give you a realistic picture of what to expect at your first visit.Is shockwave therapy a good alternative to surgery or steroid injections?
For many patients, yes. Research shows ESWT produces outcomes comparable to more invasive interventions for conditions like plantar fasciitis and tendinopathy — without anesthesia, recovery time, or medication side effects. It's an approach worth exploring before committing to a procedure with greater risk and downtime.