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Unit 23, Whitethorns, Castletroy, Limerick V94 KR9W
Tel: (061) 339991
United Physiotherapy Clinic
How does Shockwave work?
CIRCULATION
Promote circulation and metabolism to promote healing
PAIN
Targets sensory nerve fibres that tranmit musculoskeletal pain. Impacting neurogenic inflammation
REPAIR CELLS
Stimulates stem cells and tissue repair cells to promote regeneration and repair of tissues
PAIN GATE
May reduce pain by acting as a counter-irritant through the pain gate mechanism as described by Melzack and Wall.
CALCIUM
Breaks down abnormal deposits of calcium in soft tissues such as tendons - calcific tendinosis
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