Shockwave therapy in Singapore is a treatment used to break down scar tissue and treat conditions like plantar fasciitis (heel spurs) and heel pain. It can be effective when other treatments have failed, but it’s expensive and may not be covered by insurance.
Shockwave therapy has been available for more than 20 years in Singapore, but it’s still not widely known among consumers. It has been used to treat pain in the lower back for more than 50 years and is now being studied as a treatment for other conditions. For example, shockwave therapy shows promise in treating gout when medications don’t work. Recently, several studies have shown that shockwave therapy can also effectively reduce pain and improve function in people who have plantar fasciitis. Shockwave therapy in Singapore involves placing a hand-held device on the skin over the heel. This device delivers sound waves that pass through the skin and break down scar tissue, also referred to as microtears, deep in the bone. The body’s normal response is to heal itself naturally by laying down new bone cells (bone remodeling). The new bone cells formed are larger and stronger than the scar tissue, relieving the pain.
Shockwave therapy may also be used to heal a heel spur. A heel spur forms when too much pressure is placed on a bony prominence on the calcaneus (heel bone). This normally occurs from excessive walking or standing or running, and other high-impact exercises. Heel spurs can form in anyone, but they’re common in runners and overweight people. Although heeled shoes may cause this condition, many cases occur even in people who don’t wear them or who go barefoot
The shock wave device used for treatment is relatively small and handheld. It delivers sound waves (under ultrasound guidance) directly to the heel. The sound waves pass through the skin and break down scar tissue deep in the bone, causing a natural process called bone remodeling. This process rebuilds new bone cells over the scar tissue, relieving pain and making other treatments more effective.
Shockwave therapy is often used in combination with other types of treatment, such as stretching, rest, and physical therapy.
It’s not known exactly how shockwave therapy works, but it’s believed to stimulate the release of growth factors from bone cells. These factors promote new bone-cell formation in the patient’s heel.
After shockwave therapy in Singapore, patients may feel soreness and swelling. These effects usually last a few days but can be longer depending on how much damage the heel’s tissue is before treatment begins. Participants should avoid high-impact activities such as running for two weeks after treatment.
Bottom line:
Shockwave therapy in Singapore has helped a lot of people relieve the pain in their feet and ankles. Although it’s not widely known in Singapore, shockwave therapy may be the best option when other treatments fail. It’s also relatively inexpensive compared to other treatments. The downside is that it’s not covered by insurance, and patients have to pay out of pocket for the treatment.
