EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCKWAVE THERAPY (ECSWT / EPAT)

WHAT IS ECSWT / EPAT THERAPY?

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy is a highly effective treatment method: high-energy sound waves are introduced into the painful areas of the body. It is one of the most advanced and highly effective noninvasive treatment methods cleared by the FDA and we are proud to provide patients with Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy in Edwards, Colorado and at our office in Eagle, Colorado. The treatment works by helping to improve the regenerative potential, enhancing blood circulation to regenerate damaged tissue.

ECSWT / EPAT also known as Shockwave and Pressure Wave Therapy can successfully address acute and chronic pain such as: Knee Pain, Heel Pain , Foot Pain, Ankle Pain, Hamstring Pain, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain , Elbow Pain, Wrist Pain and Hand Pain. It is also used to address sports injuries and many painful conditions.

Beneficial effects are often experienced after only 1 or 2 treatments and there is no downtime. The non-surgical therapy for pain eliminates pain and restores mobility, thus quickly improving patients’ quality of life.

Call us to learn more about how Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy treatments in Edwards or Eagle can address your pain, accelerate your healing and optimize your health.

BENEFITS OF ECSWT / EPAT TREATMENT

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What is ECSWT / EPAT Technology?
ANSWER:
ECSWT / EPAT is a non-invasive modern and highly effective treatment method: high-energy sound
waves are introduced into the painful areas of the body. Pressure wave technology
accelerates the healing process in the body by stimulating the metabolism and enhancing
blood circulation to regenerate damaged tissue. Strong energy pulses are applied to the
affected area. These pulses occur for short periods of time, creating micro-cavitation
bubbles that expand and burst. The force created by these bubbles penetrates tissue and
stimulates cells in the body that are responsible for bone and connective tissue healing.

Q: What type of conditions can be treated with ECSWT/ EPAT Technology?
ANSWER:
ECSWT / EPAT treatment can successfully address acute and chronic pain such as: Knee Pain, Heel
Pain , Foot Pain, Ankle Pain, Hamstring Pain, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain , Elbow
Pain, Wrist Pain and Hand Pain and much more.

Q: How is the treatment performed?
ANSWER:
ECSWT / EPAT treatment is noninvasive. Gel is applied to the treatment area; pressure waves are
then released through the applicator as it is moved over the treatment area.

Q: How many treatments are generally needed?
ANSWER:
The number of sessions needed depends on the condition that is being treated. Each
treatment session takes between 10-15 minutes and can vary depending on the condition
that is being treated.

Q: What type of results are expected?
ANSWER
Beneficial effects are often experienced after only 1 or 2 treatments and there is no
downtime. Many patients report immediate pain relief after treatment. The technology has a
91% success rate as per clinical studies, patients treated report being pain free and /or
have a significant reduction in pain. The non-surgical therapy for pain eliminates pain and
restores mobility, thus improving patient’s quality of life.

Q: What are the possible side effects?
ANSWER:
Treatment with ECSWT / EPAT technology has virtually no side effects. In some cases, patients may
experience minor discomfort for a few days. Patients can return to work after treatments
and in most all cases there is no down time.

Q: Who is a candidate for ECSWT / EPAT?
ANSWER:
Most people are good candidates for ECSWT / EPATtreatment however patients who are pregnant,
have a pacemaker or current cancer are not suitable for treatment with ECSWT / EPAT Technology.
Your doctor will provide you with information about conditions you may have that would
affect your ability to undergo treatment.

Q: How can learn if ECSWT / EPAT Treatments will help my condition?
ANSWER:
Please contact at VIMG at 970.479.6262 or joel@vailmed.com. We have experienced staff that can answer your questions and make an appointment for you to come in for a consultation visit.

TAPE U Taping Workshop

Join us for a hands-on taping workshop at the Vail Athletic Club with sports chiropractors Dr. Mark Pitcher and Dr. Susan Hansen.

Wednesday July 25, 2018 5:00pm-7:00pm

Cost is $10 which covers the cost of Rocktape and is yours to take home.

You can Register here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054ca8a92aa5fa7-tape

Or if you have any questions email drpitcher@vailhealth.com or call 970-926-4600

Date: 07/25/2018 (Wed.)

Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm MDT

Location: Vail Athletic Club. 352 East Meadow Drive. Vail Colorado. 81657

$75 Massages! Gain Independence from Muscle Pain

From now until July 6th, enjoy a 55-minute massage for just $75!

Call 970-926-4600 for an appointment today!

THE FINE PRINT:

This promotion is valid for all new and existing patients.

$75 Massage – Available at our Edwards and Eagle locations only. Please mention this promotion at time of scheduling to receive the discounted rate.

The massage promotional rates ONLY apply when the service is PAID IN FULL PRIOR TO OR AT TIME OF SERVICE. A credit card is required to reserve your appointment. Any cancellations within 24 hours or missed appointments will be charged the full amount ($75).

Not redeemable for cash or credit.  Please note that due to demand, scheduling availability may be limited.

We reserve the right to bill the patient’s insurance when applicable. Such instances may include but are not limited to, patients being seen for a work comp injury, patients being treated for injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident and patients whose insurance company covers massage. Promotion expires July 6, 2018.

Now Offering PRP and Regenerative Medcine

We at VIMG have been following the science and research behind the regenerative sector in healthcare for several years and are happy to announce that we now offer a number of exciting and promising regenerative options for our patients!

We have teamed up with one of the top regenerative companies in the country called Catalyst http://catalystrn.com to provide our patients with cutting edge technology and products.  These regenerative medicines include PRP, 100% Pure Amniotic Fluid and Exosomes to name a few.

In this brief article, we will discuss the science behind PRP and how it helps your body heal.    

 

Musculoskeletal pain is something most of us will experience at least once in our lives. This pain is usually caused by a strained or torn muscle, tendon, or ligament through injury to these tissues, whether traumatic or gradually stressed over time during repetitive disruptive movements. We can all agree this pain has, at some level, affected our daily lives. At Vail Integrative Medical Group, we strive to not only treat musculoskeletal pain, but prevent it from happening in the future. A relatively new and novel treatment that has been proven to heal many of these pain-related conditions is a procedure called Platelet Rich Plasma injections (PRP).

 

What is PRP?

Platelets are found in the blood and supply a natural source of growth factors the body needs during wound healing. PRP injections are prepared by first drawing the patients own blood, similarly to having labs drawn. The blood is then collected, placed in a specialized kit, and spun in a centrifuge machine to separate the various cells within the blood. After being spun in the centrifuge, the platelet rich plasma is collected and then injected into the abnormal tissue. By utilizing the patient’s own platelets, producing a platelet concentration of 3 to 5 times greater than normal blood, healing processes take place. There is a release of healing and growth factors that recruit and increase the concentration of the cells needed to heal the injured tissue.

 

PRP Myths

PRP Facts

 

Several clinical studies have demonstrated that PRP injections have improved function and decreased pain to many areas of the body with heavy evidence in the elbow, wrist, shoulder, and knee joints. There are more and more studies coming out each month world wide about the effectiveness of this therapy, as the clinical results have been apparent. Recent studies published in major medical journals also show improvement in degenerative arthritis, as well as degenerative disc disease.

 

Welcome Lydia Moore, Physical Therapy Intern

I was born and raised in Sycamore, Illinois, a farm town roughly an hour west of Chicago. I attended Northern Illinois University and graduated in May of 2016 with a degree in Health Sciences and a minor in Kinesiology. From there I made the big change from cornfields to skyscrapers and attended the University of Illinois at Chicago to pursue my Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree. I am currently in my third year of school and have plans to graduate in May of 2019. After two very long years of academics, I am finally ready to begin my clinical rotations and put what I have learned into practice!

I completed a short clinical rotation in Chicago last summer and will be traveling to other locations across the country over the next year to gain clinical experience in a variety of settings. I am extremely fortunate to learn from an eclectic group of health care professionals here at VIMG, including physical therapists, chiropractors and massage therapists. I have the pleasure of spending the summer months here, where I look forward to expanding my clinical reasoning skills and helping our patients get back to performing the activities they love.

Originally from a rural town, it is nice to return to a more “rural” environment here in the Vail Valley. Within the last few years I have grown to love distance running, completing my first marathon last September. Despite the difficulty I have recently experienced while running at such a high altitude, the scenery here certainly makes up for it! In addition to my love for exercise and the outdoors, I am a musician and have played the string bass for thirteen years. I played in many orchestras, jazz ensembles and even participated in several musicals. When choosing a clinical site, I learned that VIMG partners with the International Dance Festival every year, treating the very talented dancers, and wanted to be a part of this experience. Coming from a musical background, I am thrilled and eager to combine both my passions for physical therapy and the performing arts as I continue to grow as a clinician in the months to come!

Dr. Joel’s Earns his RN.

VIMG is pleased to announce that Dr. Joel Dekanich recently completed his registered nurse (RN) degree from the Institute of Health Care Professions in Boynton Beach, FL. https://www.ihpedu.com/
He is now a board certified RN in the state of CO and will be working in collaboration with our physician assistant Rachel Segerdahl, PA-C on various medical and physical medicine procedures. “I am excited to further my education in the medical field and expand my scope of practice to better serve our patient’s needs” says Dr. Joel. Congrats Dr. Joel!!