Recover Faster from Total Knee Replacement with Shockwave and Class 4 Laser Therapy
A total knee replacement is a life-changing procedure that can restore mobility and relieve chronic knee pain. However, the recovery process can be lengthy and challenging. To optimize healing and regain full range of motion, many patients are turning to advanced treatments like shockwave therapy and Class 4 laser therapy to enhance their rehabilitation.
Roger’s Recovery Story
Roger, one of our patients at Boulder Sports Chiropractic, underwent a total knee replacement but faced significant challenges in his recovery due to scar tissue buildup. To regain movement, he required an MUA (manipulation under anesthesia) to break up the excessive scar tissue. Unfortunately, during the procedure, his quad tendon was damaged, leaving him unable to move his knee while the tendon recovered.
During his healing process, Roger turned to our clinic for shockwave therapy and Class 4 laser therapy to accelerate his recovery. After just four sessions, his quad tendon had healed, and his knee range of motion improved to 100 degrees—a major milestone in his rehabilitation journey.
The Challenges of Knee Replacement Recovery
Following a total knee replacement, patients often experience:
Pain and inflammation
Stiffness and limited range of motion
Scar tissue formation
Muscle weakness and joint instability
Physical therapy is essential for regaining strength and function, but incorporating shockwave therapy and Class 4 laser therapy can significantly speed up the healing process and improve outcomes.
How Shockwave Therapy Helps Break Up Scar Tissue & Improve Mobility
Shockwave therapy uses high-energy sound waves to break up scar tissue and stimulate the body’s natural healing response. Post-surgical scar tissue can restrict movement and cause discomfort, making it harder to regain full range of motion.
Benefits of shockwave therapy for knee replacement recovery:
Breaks down excessive scar tissue, allowing for improved flexibility
Increases blood flow to the surgical area, promoting faster healing
Stimulates collagen production, essential for strong and healthy tissue repair
Reduces pain and stiffness, helping you move more freely
How Class 4 Laser Therapy Speeds Up Healing & Reduces Pain
Class 4 laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses concentrated light energy to penetrate deep into the tissues, accelerating the healing process and reducing inflammation. When combined with shockwave therapy, the effects are even more powerful.
Benefits of Class 4 laser therapy for knee replacement recovery:
Reduces inflammation and swelling, easing post-surgical discomfort
Speeds up tissue repair and regeneration, cutting down recovery time
Boosts circulation, delivering oxygen and nutrients to the knee joint
Enhances pain relief, allowing for more effective physical therapy sessions
A Powerful Combination for Faster Recovery
By combining shockwave therapy to break down scar tissue and improve mobility with Class 4 laser therapy to accelerate healing and reduce inflammation, patients can experience a faster, smoother recovery after total knee replacement. This integrated approach enhances traditional rehabilitation methods and helps patients return to daily activities with greater ease.
Get Back on Your Feet Faster with Advanced Therapy
At Boulder Sports Chiropractic, we specialize in cutting-edge treatments to optimize recovery from surgery and injuries. If you’ve had a total knee replacement and want to regain mobility, reduce pain, and speed up healing, our combination of shockwave therapy and Class 4 laser therapy can help.
Don’t let a long recovery hold you back—schedule your consultation today and take the next step toward a pain-free, active life!