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- Title
EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCKWAVE THERAPY.
- Authors
Menzies, Siobhan
- Abstract
This document provides information on the use of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for the treatment of tendinopathy in animals. ESWT is a treatment that uses high energy acoustic compression waves to stimulate healing in various conditions. It has been used to treat tendinopathies in humans, equine, and small animal populations. The therapy works by releasing energy at tissue interfaces, triggering biological effects such as tissue healing, pain relief, and reduced inflammation. The document emphasizes that tendinopathy is a degenerative process and recommends against the use of NSAIDs. It provides guidelines for the application of shockwave therapy, including contraindications and precautions, and advises using multimodal pain management. The document also includes examples of treatment protocols and potential side effects of the therapy.
- Subjects
WOUND healing; SHOCK waves; TRANSFORMING growth factors-beta; PROLIFERATING cell nuclear antigen; ACHILLES tendon
- Publication
Veterinary Ireland Journal, 2024, Vol 14, Issue 6, p341
- ISSN
2009-3942
- Publication type
Article