SoftWave Therapy in Upper Darby: Is It Right for You?
If you are dealing with chronic joint pain, arthritis, or a soft tissue injury and are looking for a non-invasive treatment option, SoftWave Therapy may be worth discussing.
At Everybody’s Chiropractic Center in Upper Darby, PA, we use SoftWave Therapy as part of a conservative treatment approach when examination findings indicate it may be appropriate.
SoftWave Therapy is not right for every condition or every patient. The goal of your evaluation is to determine what is causing your symptoms and whether this type of acoustic wave therapy fits your diagnosis, health history, and treatment goals.
What Is SoftWave Therapy?
SoftWave Therapy uses acoustic wave technology to deliver mechanical energy into targeted tissues. Treatment is performed in the office without surgery or injections.
Depending on the condition being treated, SoftWave Therapy may help:
- Support local circulation
- Reduce pain and discomfort
- Support the body’s natural healing response
- Improve mobility and function
- Address irritation in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues
SoftWave TRT has received FDA 510(k) clearance for specific medical-device uses. FDA clearance is different from saying that SoftWave is FDA-approved for every condition treated in a chiropractic or rehabilitation office.
Learn more about SoftWave Therapy and FDA clearance.
How Does SoftWave Therapy Work?
During treatment, a trained provider applies the SoftWave applicator to the area being evaluated. Acoustic waves deliver mechanical energy into the surrounding tissues.
Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may be used to support circulation, reduce discomfort, improve mobility, and support the body’s natural recovery processes.
We do not describe SoftWave Therapy as regrowing cartilage, activating stem cells to regenerate damaged joints, or correcting every structural problem. Results vary, and the diagnosis matters.
What Does SoftWave Therapy Feel Like?
Patients commonly describe the sensation as tapping, pulsing, or pressure. Some areas may feel more sensitive than others during treatment.
Sessions are generally brief, and there is typically little to no downtime afterward. Most patients can return to their normal daily activities after treatment.
The number of sessions recommended depends on your condition, examination findings, how long you have had symptoms, and how you respond to care.
What Conditions May Be Evaluated for SoftWave Therapy?
SoftWave Therapy may be considered as part of conservative care for certain musculoskeletal conditions, including:
- Knee pain
- Knee arthritis and bone-on-bone knee pain
- Shoulder and rotator cuff tendon problems
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
- Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
- Tendon irritation
- Hip and surrounding soft tissue pain
- Chronic musculoskeletal pain
- Certain sports and overuse injuries
Research on extracorporeal shock wave therapy for knee osteoarthritis has reported improvements in pain and function in some patients, although results vary and severe arthritis may respond less favorably.
You can review the research on shock wave therapy for knee osteoarthritis.
Is SoftWave Therapy Right for Everyone?
No. SoftWave Therapy should be recommended based on an individual evaluation.
Factors that may influence whether treatment is appropriate include:
- Your diagnosis
- Severity of the condition
- How long symptoms have been present
- Previous surgery or injuries
- Medical history
- Medications
- Location of the problem
- Treatment goals
If your symptoms suggest a condition requiring medical or orthopedic evaluation, that should be addressed before or alongside conservative treatment.
What Are the Potential Benefits of SoftWave Therapy?
Depending on the condition and individual response, potential advantages may include:
- Non-invasive treatment
- No injections
- Little to no downtime for many patients
- Support for mobility and function
- Conservative care before considering more invasive options when appropriate
- Ability to combine treatment with rehabilitation and exercise
These potential benefits do not mean SoftWave Therapy replaces surgery, injections, medication, or other medical care when those treatments are necessary.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first visit begins with an evaluation of your symptoms, medical history, mobility, and the area causing your problem.
We will explain whether SoftWave Therapy appears appropriate and discuss other conservative treatment options that may be useful.
Depending on your condition, your treatment plan may include:
- SoftWave Therapy
- Chiropractic care
- Therapeutic rehabilitation
- Mobility and strengthening exercises
- Home exercise recommendations
Why Choose Everybody’s Chiropractic Center?
Dr. Dan Klein has more than 30 years of experience evaluating and treating musculoskeletal conditions.
Everybody’s Chiropractic Center serves patients from Upper Darby, Drexel Hill, Havertown, Springfield, Broomall, Ardmore, Lansdowne, Clifton Heights, Newtown Square, Media, Philadelphia, and communities throughout Delaware County.
Our goal is to determine the source of your symptoms and help you understand which conservative treatment options may be appropriate for your condition.
Schedule a SoftWave Therapy Evaluation in Upper Darby
If you are wondering whether SoftWave Therapy is right for you, schedule an evaluation at Everybody’s Chiropractic Center.
Everybody’s Chiropractic Center
115 E. Township Line Road
Upper Darby, PA 19082
Call: 610-789-1800