ankle/foot Pain
Here at MOLO THERAPY, we see your foot as a stable joint and your ankle as a mobile joint.
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The ankle/foot is primarily composed of 26 bones, 5 types of Joints, and 12 muscles:
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Calcaneus, Talus, Cuboid, Navicular, and the Medial, Middle, and Lateral Cuneiforms, Metatarsals,Tarsals, and Phalangeal bones.
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Talocrural Joint, Subtalar Joint, Transverse Tarsal Joint, Metatarsaphalangeal (MTP) Joint, Interphalangeal Joints in Toes
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Anterior Tibialis, Ext. Digitorum Longus, Ext. Hallucis Longus, Peroneus Tertius, Peroneus Longus, Peroneus Brevis, Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Plantaris, Tibialis Posterior, Flexor Digitorum Longus, Flexor Hallucis Longus
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They work together to create movement at the joint.
COMMON ankle/foot INJURIES
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Achilles Tendonitis: Inflammation of the Achilles tendon, often caused by overuse or sudden increases in physical activity, resulting in pain and stiffness in the back of the ankle.
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Plantar Fasciitis: Inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that supports the arch of the foot, typically from overuse or improper footwear, leading to heel pain, especially in the morning or after prolonged standing.
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Ankle Sprain: Injury to the ligaments surrounding the ankle joint, usually from sudden twisting or rolling movements, causing pain, swelling, and instability in the ankle.
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Stress Fracture: Small cracks in the bones of the foot or ankle, often from repetitive impact activities like running or jumping, resulting in localized pain and swelling.
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Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the posterior tibial nerve as it passes through the tarsal tunnel in the ankle, leading to pain, tingling, or numbness in the foot, exacerbated by activities that involve standing or walking.
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Achilles Tendon Rupture: Partial or complete tear of the Achilles tendon, typically from sudden, forceful movements or degenerative changes, causing severe pain and difficulty walking.
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Peroneal Tendonitis: Inflammation of the peroneal tendons on the outside of the ankle, often due to overuse or repetitive stress, resulting in pain and swelling along the outer aspect of the ankle.
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Metatarsal Stress Fracture: Fracture of the metatarsal bones in the foot, commonly from repetitive impact activities, leading to localized pain and swelling, especially with weight-bearing.
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Sesamoiditis: Inflammation of the sesamoid bones or surrounding tissues under the base of the big toe, typically from overuse or repetitive pressure, causing pain and swelling in the ball of the foot.
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Plantar Plate Injury: Damage to the plantar plate, a thick ligament under the ball of the foot, often from excessive pressure or repetitive loading, resulting in pain, instability, and possible deformity of the toe joints.
softWave can help!
According to the American Podiatric Medical Association, almost 8 in 10 Americans have experienced a foot problem, and half say it has impacted their quality of life. SoftWave decreases inflammation, creates new blood vessels, and regenerates damaged tissue.
SoftWave can be a powerful and effective treatment solution for elbow pain and low elbow injuries. SoftWave is clinically proven with up to 91% improvement in musculoskeletal and general pain complaints. It has helped thousands of patients get real lasting relief.
how does softWave help?
The treatment stimulates the recruitment and activation of mesenchymal cells within the targeted area, triggering a cascade of cellular events. The cells, once activated, contribute to tissue regeneration and repair processes. Additionally, the therapy promotes neovascularization, enhanced blood flow, and the migration of growth factors to the affected area, all of which help facilitate the healing process. By harnessing the regenerative potential of these “worker” cells and optimizing tissue repair mechanisms, SoftWave therapy offers a highly effective approach for addressing ankle pain and promoting functional recovery.
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SoftWave therapy for ankle safely delivers shockwaves to the affected area of the ankle/foot, promoting healing at the cellular level.
The therapy stimulates and recruits stem cells deep into the affected elbow tissue, triggering a cascade of cellular events that promote tissue regeneration and healing. This regenerative process helps to repair damaged structures, reduce inflammation, and restore joint function. As a result, patients often experience a significant decrease in pain levels, allowing for improved mobility and an enhanced quality of life.
What are treatments like?
Typically, a SoftWave therapy session is only 5 to 10 minutes long, making it a convenient option for individuals who need to fit treatments into busy schedules. We do treatments at our office as well as in local gyms around Mid-Missouri, allowing patients to resume their daily activities without significant disruption.
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During the session, our trained SoftWave Technician applies the specialized SoftWaveTRT OrthoGold device patented applicator to the ankle/foot. These sound waves penetrate deep into the ankle/foot tissue. The treatment focuses on targeting the underlying causes of ankle/foot pain, promoting tissue repair and reducing inflammation. Patients generally report mild discomfort or sensation during the procedure and most experience "looseness" or increased mobility immediately after treatment. Additionally, SoftWave therapy typically does not produce any significant side effects, allowing for a safe and well-tolerated treatment option.
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Following the SoftWave appointment, we will advise you to follow specific post-treatment instructions, which can vary depending on the individual case and your technician's recommendations. These instructions may include managing any temporary soreness or swelling, avoiding strenuous activities for a brief period, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle to support the regenerative process.
How long do results last?
It depends. For some patients, the results of SoftWave therapy can last a lifetime, with sustained pain reduction and improved functionality. But we have to remember that our bodies are decaying and we will all die. Setting reasonable expectations with any rehabilitation service is essential. At SoftWave by Molotherapy our goal is not only to regenerate tissue, but train that tissue to reduce risk of injuring it again. 85% of our patients have experienced long lasting relief without the need for any additional SoftWave sessions. However, it is important to acknowledge that everybody's response to treatment can differ based on the fact that every body is different, due to various factors, such as the severity of the condition and individual healing patterns.
It’s not unheard of for some patients to experience a return of discomfort or symptoms at a later date, particularly if the underlying condition or factors contributing to their ankle/foot pain persist or progress. That's why your initial visit is so crucial for the trajectory of your treatments. Our initial visits include a consultation, evaluation, and SoftWave treatment with your SoftWave technician. We will review pertinent medical history and records with you, evaluate your ankle mobility as well as your foot stability, and finally test your tissue health with our SoftWave device. We will scan all related areas to your specified area of pain with our SoftWave applicator head and determine if you qualify for our treatments. If you feel any pain while the device emits a shockwave into your tissue, we call those "hot spots" or damaged tissue. We do not diagnose conditions with SoftWave, though we do acknowledge that if SoftWave hurts it/causes pain during treatment, then it also likely has the capactiy to heal it.
and how much does softwave for ankle/foot cost?
It depends. At your $49 or $79 evaluation, we will scan all related tissue to your specified area of pain and evaluate how many "hot spots" we will treat and how damaged each spot it. We then calculate cost of treatment dependent upon the surface area to be treated as well as the severity of injury and present you with a care package immediately after your initial scan. Your technician will also offer you different payment options with varying discounts significantly decreasing total costs. After your last treatment we hope to never see you in our office again for the same condition.
When considering the cost of SoftWave therapy, we know it's important to weigh it against the potential benefits, including pain relief, improved functionality, and enhanced quality of life.