Shockwave Therapy in Branson West, MO
Targeted, Noninvasive Therapy for Stubborn Pain
Some aches improve with time, movement, and conservative care. Others seem to hang around.
Shockwave therapy offers a noninvasive option for persistent muscle, tendon, and soft-tissue discomfort.
What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy is a noninvasive treatment that uses targeted acoustic pressure waves to stimulate the tissues in an area of discomfort.
At Anchor Point Wellness in Branson West, shockwave therapy may be used as part of a personalized care plan for patients dealing with persistent muscle, tendon, fascia, and joint-related discomfort.
Shockwave therapy may be considered for a variety of persistent musculoskeletal complaints, including:
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
- Achilles tendon discomfort
- Tennis elbow or Golfer’s elbow
- Shoulder and rotator cuff-related discomfort
- Patellar tendon or knee-related discomfort
- Hip and gluteal tendon discomfort
- Muscle and soft-tissue pain
Not every type of pain is appropriate for shockwave therapy. Dr. Mixon will determine whether treatment is appropriate based on your symptoms, history, and the area being treated.
Why Patients Choose Shockwave Therapy
Patients often consider shockwave therapy because it is:
- Non-invasive
- Drug-free
- Performed in the office
- Focused directly on the problem area
- Typically associated with minimal downtime
- Able to fit alongside other conservative treatment options
Results vary, and shockwave therapy is not appropriate for every condition.
Your First Shockwave Therapy Visit
What to expect at Anchor Point Wellness
Identify the Problem
Determine Whether Shockwave Is Appropriate
Target the Area
Build the Right Plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Treatment is performed directly over the area being addressed using a handheld applicator.
You will feel a series of rapid pulses. Some areas may feel more sensitive than others, especially when the applicator passes over the source of your discomfort.
Treatment intensity can be adjusted based on the area being treated and your tolerance.
There is typically little to no downtime, although the treated area may temporarily feel tender or sore afterward.
There is no single treatment schedule that is right for everyone. The number and frequency of sessions depend on the area being treated, how long the problem has been present, and how your body responds.
Some people experience temporary tenderness, redness, or soreness in the treated area after a session. These effects are generally mild and temporary.
Shockwave therapy and chiropractic care address different aspects of musculoskeletal discomfort.
Chiropractic care may focus on joint motion, mobility, and overall musculoskeletal function, while shockwave therapy can be directed toward a specific area of irritated soft tissue.
For some patients, combining the two allows us to address both joint movement and the surrounding tissues as part of the same care plan.
No. You can schedule shockwave therapy separately from regular chiropractic care.
No. Certain medical conditions, medications, pregnancy, recent procedures, injuries, or other factors may make shockwave therapy inappropriate for a particular area. We’ll review relevant health information before treatment.
Find Out if Shockwave Therapy Is Right for You
If you’ve been dealing with persistent heel, elbow, shoulder, knee, hip, tendon, or soft-tissue discomfort, shockwave therapy may be another conservative option to consider.
Schedule with Dr. Corbin Mixon, DC at Anchor Point Wellness to determine whether shockwave therapy fits your needs.
