Shockwave Therapy for Muscle and Ligament Tears and Post-Injection Recovery

Faster Healing, Less Downtime: Shockwave Therapy at Evergreen Spine & Sports Medicine

Whether you're recovering from a sports injury, overuse, or a regenerative injection like PRP or stem cells, Shockwave Therapy offers a powerful, non-invasive way to accelerate healing and reduce pain.

What is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave therapy—formally known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)—uses high-energy acoustic waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing response. It increases blood flow, reduces inflammation, breaks up scar tissue, and stimulates tissue repair at the cellular level.

This makes it highly effective for treating:

• Grade I and II muscle tears

• Partial ligament sprains

• Chronic tendinopathies

• Soft tissue pain after PRP or stem cell injections

Shockwave Therapy for Grade I and II Muscle & Ligament Tears

Muscle and ligament injuries are often classified by severity:

• Grade I: Mild overstretching or micro-tears with minimal loss of function

• Grade II: Partial tearing, often with swelling, bruising, and pain

Shockwave therapy is ideal for both. It helps:

• Stimulate tissue regeneration and collagen production

• Reduce pain and inflammation for better rehab outcomes

• Prevent excessive scar tissue, preserving flexibility and strength

• Accelerate return to sport or activity with fewer complications

Enhancing Recovery After PRP and Stem Cell Injections

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) and stem cell injections are regenerative treatments that rely on the body’s ability to heal itself. Once these treatments are injected, they need a supportive environment to work.

Shockwave therapy can enhance the effects of PRP or stem cells when used during the remodeling phase of healing (typically a few weeks after the injection). It helps:

• Activate cellular repair mechanisms around the injected site

• Improve local circulation to deliver healing nutrients

• Reduce stiffness or pain that may follow regenerative treatments

• Reinforce collagen remodeling in injured ligaments and tendons

Is Shockwave Therapy Right for You?

If you're dealing with a muscle or ligament injury, or you've recently undergone PRP or stem cell therapy, Shockwave Therapy could significantly enhance your recovery.

At Evergreen Spine & Sports Medicine, we’ll create a customized care plan that fits your injury, activity level, and healing goals.