Level 10 released a new book: Enthesopathies Knowledge Update. First used for musculoskeletal indications in the early 1990’s, shock wave therapy has made rapid strides in the medical community. Practitioners who regularly administer shock wave therapy need to consistently maintain their education of the latest evolution in technology and treatments.
The Level 10 research series offers a new addition from world-renowned physician and shock wave pioneer Dr. Ulrich Dreisilker. He has produced a revised edition ‘Enthesopathies – Knowledge Update’ to enhance the information offered in his classic publication. As a cofounder of DIGEST (The German-language Society for Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy), he is among the premier source of knowledge and educator in the field of ESWT.
A growing body of evidence concerning the mechanisms of action with shockwave therapy encouraged the update of information and to expand the original reference work entitled ‘Enthesopathies’ (published in 2010).
When you explore the content you will find that it is easy to follow and well-written for easy digestibility. The book begins with a brief and updated overview of shockwave. Then, the desk reference is separated into six parts filled with the most current information by category:
- Focused Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) vs. Radial Pressure Wave Therapy (EPAT)
- Shock waves: mechanism of action
- General treatment information and treatment fundamentals
- Long established indications
- Other indications in sports medicine
- Newer indications
What is Enthesopathy and What does Level 10 Enthesopathies Update Offer?
Enthesopathy is a dysfunction of the entheses, the meeting point at which tendons or ligaments attach to bone. Both injury and disease cause Enthesopathies.
In the case of enthesopathies and tendinopathies, shockwave activates the stem cells to encourage the regenerative effects on pathological tissue. Both shock waves and pressure waves provide relief to trigger points by enhancing blood flow to the affected area. Additionally, there is an occurrence of lymphatic drainage which counterbalances the deficiency of cellular mitochondria.
The long-established applications for the use of ESWT in tendinopathy and enthesopathy treatments include:
- Shoulder impingement/tendinopathy
- Lateral and medial humeral epicondylopathy
- Insertional tendinopathy of the distal biceps tendon
- Tendinopathy of Achilles tendon (mid-portion or insertional)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Patellar insertional tendinopathy
Especially in sports medicine, shockwave therapy has shown itself as an effective choice in treating dysfunctions, including tendinopathies of the hamstring, hip adductor, iliotibial band, and more.
The appearance of new indications for ESWT are as comprehensive as they are innovative. Consider these new treatment opportunities for your practice:
- Tendinopathy of myofascial trigger points
- Cervicooccipital and cervicothoracic regions of the spinal column
- Lumbar spine region and gluteal region
- Piriformis syndrome
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Trigger finger
- And more
Wrap-Up on Enthesiopathy
This Level 10 book expands on the development of new technologies in the field of shock wave therapy. There is also a brief introduction to the newest technology companion of shock wave therapy called Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy (EMTT). EMTT is a powerful anti-inflammatory with a specific success shown in acute injuries.
With the addition of EMTT technology information to the Level 10 series, Kinas Medical is offering webinars with the Masters of EMTT from its birthplace in Europe. Ask about that HERE.
The book has a wide array of colorful illustrations and dynamic graphics which deliver a deeper understanding into the application of shock wave technology. It is the ideal companion to using this equipment within your practice.
