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Shockwave Therapy at Deca Health & Wellness – Oshawa

How Shockwave Therapy Works

Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) uses high‑energy acoustic pulses delivered through the skin via a handheld applicator and coupling gel. These pulses create tiny micro‑traumas in injured tissue, triggering your body’s natural healing mechanisms:

  • Increased circulation & angiogenesis – promoting nutrient delivery and tissue repair 

  • Collagen stimulation & tissue regeneration – aiding tendon and ligament recovery

  • Breakdown of scar tissue and calcifications – especially effective in cases like calcific tendonitis 

  • Pain modulation – by temporarily blocking pain signals (e.g., Substance P) for rapid relief

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What Conditions Can We Treat?

Sessions are brief (5-15 mins) and typically scheduled 1 week apart. Most patients experience immediate relief and can resume daily activities the next day

At Deca Health and Wellness, Shockwave Therapy is used to treat a wide range of musculoskeletal issues, including:

  • Upper and lower back pain

  • Rotator cuff tendinopathy / chronic shoulder pain

  • Tennis or golfer’s elbow (lateral/medial epicondylitis)

  • Achilles & patellar tendinopathy

  • Knee Pain

  • Plantar fasciitis

  • Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (hip bursitis)

  • Trigger points & myofascial tightness

It’s also an effective option for breaking down calcific deposits in tendons and may aid bone healing and non‑healing fractures

back pain
shoulder pain
knee pain
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carpal tunnel

Benefits at a Glance

Non‑invasive

  • No needles or incisions, minimal downtime 

Fast & efficient

  • Short sessions with fast-acting pain relief

Holistic healing

  • Boosts circulation, repairs tissue, restores mobility

Low side‑effect risk

  • Possible mild soreness or bruising, typically short-lived

Why Choose DECA Health & Wellness

At our Oshawa clinic, we integrate Shockwave Therapy into comprehensive treatment plans, combining:

  • Manual therapy,

  • Targeted strengthening exercises,

  • Physiotherapist‐guided rehabilitation

This synergy ensures long-lasting recovery, not just temporary relief

Typical Treatment Protocol

  1. Initial assessment by our physiotherapist to confirm suitability and create a personalized plan.

  2. Shockwave sessions (5-10 mins), spaced 7–14 days apart.

  3. Supportive rehab, including strengthening and range‑of‑motion exercises.

  4. Ongoing reassessment to track progress and adjust therapy as needed.

FAQs

  • Does it hurt?
    Yes, it is supposed to be uncomfortable for it to be effective only during the treatment (2-4 minutes) intensity can be adjusted to remain comfortable

  • How many sessions will I need?
    Most see results within 3–6 sessions; chronic or severe cases may require more

  • Is it safe?
    Yes, though not recommended for individuals on anticoagulants, pregnant women, or those with tumors at the treatment site

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Ready to Get Relief?

If you’re in Oshawa or nearby and suffering from chronic tendon or joint pain, get in touch. Book your comprehensive assessment and discover how Shockwave Therapy at DECA can help you return to pain‑free movement.

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