Focused Shockwave Therapy (FSWT) In Rohini
Focused Shockwave Therapy (FSWT) is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy acoustic waves to target specific areas of the body—typically musculoskeletal tissues—to promote healing, reduce pain, and stimulate regeneration. It’s often used in sports medicine, orthopedics, and physiotherapy.
🔍 How FSWT Works
- Generation: Focused shockwaves are generated using electromagnetic, piezoelectric, or electrohydraulic methods.
- Focus Point: The energy is concentrated at a precise depth within the body to reach deep-seated tissues.
- Effect: The shockwaves create mechanical stress and microtrauma that stimulate the body’s natural repair mechanisms.
✅ Common Conditions Treated
- Tendinopathies: e.g., Achilles tendinitis, patellar tendinopathy
- Plantar fasciitis
- Calcific shoulder tendinitis
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Non-union fractures
- Hip or groin pain (e.g., adductor issues)
⚙️ Key Differences from Radial Shockwave Therapy (RSWT)
FeatureFSWTRSWTWave TypeFocused, penetrates deeper (up to ~12 cm)Radial, more superficial (up to ~4-5 cm)Energy DeliveryConcentrated at a focal pointDispersed from the skin outwardPrecisionHighLowerPain LevelTypically higherUsually lowerUse CaseDeep tissues (bone, tendon insertions)Superficial tissues (muscles, fascia)
