If you've been living with chronic joint, tendon, or muscle pain, you've likely heard two very different treatment recommendations: a cortisone injection or shockwave therapy. While both can help relieve pain, they work in completely different ways. Understanding those differences can help you choose the treatment that's best for your long-term health and recovery. Understanding Cortisone Injections Cortisone injections have been a common treatment for decades. They reduce inflammation...

Ever wonder what the difference is between the 2 therapies? This subject can be broken down and answered in many different ways. I found this post that I think sums it up perfectly. Dry Needling versus Acupuncture A. Dry Needling = insertion of solid needle for therapeutic purpose B. Acupuncture = insertion of solid needle for therapeutic purpose A. Glasses= 00 B. Spectacles = 00 A. Dry Needles = solid needles with handles B. Acupuncture Needles = solid needles with handles A. As a physical...

When patients hear the words shockwave therapy, they often assume all devices and treatments are the same. They are not. In fact, the type of technology used can dramatically affect comfort, treatment depth, healing response, and long-term results. At Saint Acupuncture, we proudly offer StemWave, an advanced Electrohydraulic Shockwave Therapy system—widely regarded as the gold standard in regenerative shockwave technology. The Four Main Types of Shockwave Therapy 1. Electrohydraulic Shockwave...