Shockwave Therapy for Heel Pain and Plantar Fasciitis in Westchester, NY
What is shockwave therapy?
Shockwave therapy is a non-surgical treatment that uses sound and pressure waves to stimulate a painful area of soft tissue, such as the plantar fascia under the heel, and the tissue around it. The goal is to increase local blood flow and tissue activity, stimulate the body's own healing response, reduce persistent pain, and help irritated tissue remodel.
What shockwave therapy is used for
- Chronic plantar fasciitis
- Heel pain that has not improved with stretching, supportive footwear or physical therapy
- Ligament injuries of the foot and ankle
- Other stubborn soft-tissue injuries
What a session is like
- A handheld device is placed against the painful area of your heel or foot
- The device delivers repeated acoustic pulses
- A typical session takes about 10 to 20 minutes
- You may feel tapping, pressure or brief sharp discomfort
- There is usually no anesthesia and no downtime
Treatment is commonly done once a week for several weeks, although the exact plan depends on your condition.
Does shockwave therapy work?
Evidence suggests shockwave therapy can reduce pain and improve function in people with chronic plantar fasciitis, particularly when symptoms have not improved with stretching, activity changes, supportive footwear and physical therapy.
Side effects are usually mild and short-lived: temporary soreness, bruising, redness, or a day or two of increased pain. More serious complications are uncommon when the treatment is given appropriately.
Find out whether shockwave therapy is right for you
Dr. Marzano will examine your foot, find what is causing your pain, and tell you whether shockwave therapy belongs in your treatment plan. Patients throughout Scarsdale, White Plains, Bronxville and Westchester County trust Westchester Podiatric Medicine – Nerve & Wound Healing Institute.