ESWT (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy) is a treatment method used especially in orthopaedics and physical therapy, which is performed by sending high-energy shock waves to painful areas. This treatment gives very effective results especially in soft tissue disorders such as chronic tendonitis, heel spurs, tennis elbow.
The working principle of ESWT treatment is that shock waves are focused on the target tissue and these waves trigger intracellular and intercellular biological reactions. As a result of these reactions, blood circulation increases, cell regeneration accelerates and inflammation decreases.
Application Areas of ESWT Therapy:
Orthopaedic Diseases: It is effective in heel spurs, Achilles tendonitis, tennis elbow and jumper’s knee.
Chronic Pains: It is good for chronic back and neck pain.
Calcifications: It is used in the treatment of calcifications such as calcific tendonitis in the shoulder.
Sports Injuries: It provides rapid recovery in soft tissue injuries commonly seen in athletes.

Advantages of ESWT Treatment:
Painless and Does Not Require Anaesthesia: No anaesthesia is needed during treatment.
Short Duration: Treatment sessions usually last 15-20 minutes.
Fast Recovery: Most patients can quickly return to their normal activities after treatment.
Low Risk of Side Effects: When applied correctly, the risk of side effects is minimal.
However, as with every treatment method, ESWT has some contraindications. In particular, it should not be applied to patients with pregnancy, bleeding disorders, areas with active infection or tumour areas.
Careful evaluation and follow-up is required before and after treatment. The dose, frequency and duration of treatment may vary depending on the patient’s condition and the treated area.
In conclusion, ESWT treatment is one of the innovative and effective treatment methods offered by modern medicine. When applied correctly and in a controlled manner, positive results can be obtained in the treatment of many soft tissue disorders. However, it is important to have detailed information about the subject and to consult a specialist physician before starting treatment.