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        • Management of Heel Pain Syndrome with Acetic Acid Iontophoresis
        • Diagnostic and Therapeutic Management of Heel Pain via Ultrasound-Guided Injection
        • Combine Wound Therapy for Recalcitrant Diabetic Pedal Ulcers
        • Ankle Arthroscopic Follow-up Study of 33-Ankles Effect of Physical Therapy & Obseity
    • Dr. Richa Vohra
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    • Heel Pain | Arch Pain
    • Diabetic Foot | Wound Treatment
    • Nail Treatments & Disorders
    • Treatment for Bunions
    • Ankle and Toe Fractures
    • Treatment for Hammertoe
    • Sport Foot Injury Treatment
    • Neuroma Treatment
    • Plantar Wart Removal
    • Ingrown Nail
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    • Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
    • Ankle Arthroscopy
    • Digital Foot Scan
    • Orthotics
    • Ultrasound
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Laser Treatments
    • Radiofrequency Treatment
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Alternative Nonsurgical Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) at Foot and Ankle Specialists

Specialty Treatments in Foot and Ankle Care

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) is an advanced new technology used to treat several different conditions within the foot, such as plantar fasciitis and heel spurs. Originally used to treat kidney stones and other urologic conditions, ESWT is now offered as an alternative treatment for orthopedic conditions in patients who opt out of surgery.

Candidates for ESWT

​Surgery for plantar fasciitis comes with certain risks and is often not immediately successful in relieving symptoms, leaving many patients seeking alternative treatment when conservative methods such as icing, anti-inflammatory medications, and stretching have failed. ESWT is now considered a less invasive option that patients may consider before turning to surgery.

ESTW Procedure

 ​ESWT delivers intense waves of energy through the skin to stimulate the healing process. This is done by inducing microtrauma to the area that will then initiate a healing response. Shockwave therapy can be delivered in both high-energy and low-energy forms. High-energy treatments are given in one session, but can be painful, while low-energy treatments are given over a series of three or more sessions and cause little to no pain. Improvement can be noticed within a few weeks, and full results are usually experienced after just a few months.
 
The shockwave therapy is performed as an outpatient procedure and only takes less than 30 minutes. Local anesthesia may be used, but is not always necessary. ESWT is considered a safe and effective alternative to more invasive surgical procedures. Dr. Vohra is experienced in successfully treating a variety of podiatric conditions through shockwave therapy. To make your appointment today, call 815-254-3338, and let Dr. Vohra guide you to the best options for your injuries.
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Treatment for Bunions
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Diabetic Foot | Wound Treatment
Sports Injury
Neuroma Treatment
Plantar Wart Treatment
Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Heel Pain | Arch Pain

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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESTW)
Ankle Arthroscopy
Digital Foot Scan
Orthotics
Ultrasound
Fluoroscopy
Laser Treatments
Radiofrequency Treatments
Chiropractic Care 
Physical Therapy


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Office:  815-254-3338
Fax:  815-436-8367

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24039 W  Lockport St.
​ Plainfield, IL 60544-0652
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  • Home
  • OUR STAFF
    • Dr. Praveen Vohra >
      • Published Articles >
        • Ultrasound Guided Plantar Fascia Release Technique
        • Long Term Follow Up Heel Spur Surgery
        • Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Plantar Fascia Bands
        • Management of Heel Pain Syndrome with Acetic Acid Iontophoresis
        • Diagnostic and Therapeutic Management of Heel Pain via Ultrasound-Guided Injection
        • Combine Wound Therapy for Recalcitrant Diabetic Pedal Ulcers
        • Ankle Arthroscopic Follow-up Study of 33-Ankles Effect of Physical Therapy & Obseity
    • Dr. Richa Vohra
  • TREATMENTS
    • Heel Pain | Arch Pain
    • Diabetic Foot | Wound Treatment
    • Nail Treatments & Disorders
    • Treatment for Bunions
    • Ankle and Toe Fractures
    • Treatment for Hammertoe
    • Sport Foot Injury Treatment
    • Neuroma Treatment
    • Plantar Wart Removal
    • Ingrown Nail
  • SPECIALTIES
    • Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
    • Ankle Arthroscopy
    • Digital Foot Scan
    • Orthotics
    • Ultrasound
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Laser Treatments
    • Radiofrequency Treatment
  • PAIN RELIEF
  • PHYSICAL THERAPY
  • CHIROPRACTIC CARE
  • PATIENT FORMS
  • CONTACT US