Struggling With Persistent Elbow Pain?

If you’re dealing with tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), you know how frustrating it can be.

Simple tasks like:

• Lifting objects
• Typing
• Gripping

Can become painful and limiting.

If rest, braces, or medication haven’t worked, you might be wondering:

Does shockwave therapy actually work?

The short answer:
Yes. For many patients, it’s one of the most effective non-invasive treatments available.

What Is Tennis Elbow?

Tennis elbow is caused by:

• Overuse of forearm muscles
• Repetitive strain
• Microtears in the tendon

Common symptoms:

• Pain on the outside of the elbow
• Weak grip strength
• Pain when lifting or twisting
• Tenderness in the forearm

What Is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave therapy (ESWT) uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in damaged tissue.

It works by:

• Increasing blood flow
• Breaking down scar tissue
• Triggering natural tissue repair

👉 It treats the root cause, not just the symptoms.

Does Shockwave Therapy Work for Tennis Elbow?

Yes, and here’s why:

1. Promotes Real Healing (Not Just Pain Relief)

Unlike medication, shockwave therapy:

• Stimulates tendon repair
• Encourages new tissue growth

This leads to long-term improvement, not temporary relief.

2. Breaks Down Chronic Scar Tissue

Tennis elbow often becomes chronic because of:

• Scar tissue buildup
• Poor healing

Shockwave therapy helps:
✔️ Break down damaged tissue
✔️ Restore normal function

3. Reduces Pain and Inflammation

Patients often experience:

• Reduced pain after a few sessions
• Improved mobility
• Better grip strength

4. Non-Invasive Alternative to Injections or Surgery

Many patients choose shockwave therapy to avoid:

• Cortisone injections
• Surgery
• Long recovery times

No downtime. No incisions.

What Does the Research Say?

Clinical studies show that shockwave therapy:

• Improves pain levels
• Enhances function
• Is especially effective for chronic tennis elbow

Especially when other treatments have failed

What to Expect During Treatment

• Sessions last about 10–20 minutes
• Typically 3–6 sessions recommended
• Mild discomfort during treatment
• No downtime afterward

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Shockwave therapy is ideal if:

• Your pain has lasted for weeks or months
• Other treatments haven’t worked
• You want a non-surgical solution

Shockwave Therapy in St. Augustine, FL

At Havlicek Chiropractic, we provide advanced shockwave therapy for:

✔️ Tennis elbow
✔️ Tendon injuries
✔️ Chronic pain conditions

We serve:

• St. Augustine
• St. Augustine Beach
• Palm Coast

Don’t let elbow pain limit your daily life.

Get fast, effective relief with shockwave therapy.

📞 Call Havlicek Chiropractic today: (904) 515-2225
📍 St. Augustine, FL