Here at MOLO THERAPY, we see your elbow as a stable joint.
TheElbow is primarily composed of 3 bones, 3 Joints, and 8 muscles:
Humerus, Ulna, Radius
Humero Ulnar Joint, Humero Radial Joint, & Proximal Radio-Ulnar Joint
Biceps Brachii, Brachiallis, Brachioradialis, Pronator Teres, Pronator Quadratus, Triceps Brachii, Anconeus, Supinator
They work together to create movement at the joint.
COMMON elbow INJURIES
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): Inflammation of the tendons on the outside of the elbow, often caused by repetitive gripping and wrist extension movements, such as in tennis or manual labor.
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): Inflammation of the tendons on the inside of the elbow, typically from repetitive wrist flexion and gripping activities, like golfing or lifting weights.
Elbow Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursae around the elbow joint, usually due to repetitive pressure or direct trauma, leading to pain, swelling, and limited range of motion.
Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury: Commonly known as "Tommy John" injury, UCL injuries occur from repetitive throwing motions, causing pain on the inside of the elbow and instability, especially in athletes like baseball pitchers.
Olecranon Fracture: Fracture of the bony prominence at the tip of the elbow, often resulting from direct impact or falls onto the elbow, leading to pain, swelling, and difficulty bending the elbow.
Radial Head Fracture: Fracture of the radial head, the top part of the radius bone near the elbow, typically from falls onto an outstretched hand or direct impact to the elbow, causing pain, swelling, and limited elbow movement.
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow, leading to pain, tingling, or numbness in the ring and little fingers, exacerbated by activities that require bending the elbow.
Elbow Dislocation: Dislocation of the elbow joint can occur due to trauma or sudden twisting movements, causing severe pain, swelling, and instability in the elbow.
Radial Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the radial nerve as it passes through the radial tunnel near the elbow, resulting in pain, weakness, or numbness in the forearm and hand, aggravated by activities that involve repetitive wrist extension.
Osteoarthritis of the Elbow: Degenerative changes in the elbow joint cartilage due to wear and tear over time, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced range of motion, especially in older individuals.
softWave can help!
Recent reports indicate that nearly 7% of the population experiences elbow pain each year, with individuals between 40 and 60 years of age being most susceptible. 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 elbow pain and promoting functional recovery.
SoftWave therapy for elbow safely delivers shockwaves to the affected area of the elbow, 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.
During the session, our trained SoftWave Technician applies the specialized SoftWaveTRT OrthoGold device patented applicator to the elbow. These sound waves penetrate deep into the elbow tissue. The treatment focuses on targeting the underlying causes of elbow 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.
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 elbow 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 shoulder mobility as well as your elbow 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 elbow 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.
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