1. Tendopathies which are mostly overstrain caused tendon problems:
Frozen Shoulder
Tennis Elbow
Golfer's Elbow
Jumper's Knee
Achilles Tendinitis
Plantar Fasciitis
2. Pseudarthrosis or delayed union & non-union fractures
These orthopaedic applications and its efficacy are based on extensive experiments and clinical studies and experiences for the past 10 years, originating from Germany.
The procedure is simple, fast and safe and can be done on an out-patient basis. Both x-ray and/or ultrasound can be used for localization purposes.
ESWT is often superior to other conservative procedures like medication, steroid injection, physiotherapy, etc. for treating insertion tendinosis disorders and is a non-invasive method for treatment of non-union fractures.
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) for Orthopaedic Problems:
The St. Paul's Hospital is pleased to announce the installation of a new ESWT machine, Dornier Compact Delta from Germany in the Lithotripsy Centre.
Besides treating urinary and biliary stones, the machine is also capable of effective treatment of certain common Orthopaedic Conditions.
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