Musculoskeletal · Ontario
Shockwave for Tennis Elbow: What It Is and How MAMBA Plans It
The short answer
Shockwave for tennis elbow is a non-invasive treatment that sends acoustic waves into the outer elbow tendon, and MAMBA Men's Clinics offers it with the OrthoSpec shockwave device at participating Ontario clinics. A clinician looks at your elbow, work and activity at a complimentary consult, then maps a plan that fits you.
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Key takeaways
- Tennis elbow is the common name for lateral epicondylitis.
- OrthoSpec shockwave is non-invasive, with no needles or incisions.
- Your clinician maps the elbow plan at a complimentary consult.
- OrthoSpec care is offered at participating clinics in Oshawa and Kitchener.
What is shockwave for tennis elbow?
Shockwave for tennis elbow is a non-invasive treatment that delivers acoustic waves to the tendon on the outside of the elbow. It is also called extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT.
At MAMBA Men's Clinics, elbow shockwave uses the OrthoSpec shockwave device. MAMBA also uses a separate device, the Medispec OmniSpec ED-1000, for focused shockwave care for ED.
What is tennis elbow in plain words?
Tennis elbow is pain on the outer side of the elbow linked to the tendon that attaches the forearm muscles. Its medical name is lateral epicondylitis.
Despite the name, many men with tennis elbow have never played tennis. It often shows up in men who grip, lift or twist with their hands a lot, at work or in the gym.
Who usually asks about shockwave for tennis elbow?
Men whose elbow pain gets in the way of work, training or daily tasks are the ones who most often ask. Common situations include:
- Trades work with tools, drills or hammers.
- Long hours on a mouse and keyboard.
- Racquet sports, golf or climbing.
- Heavy pulling or gripping in the gym.
How does shockwave compare with other elbow options at MAMBA?
Shockwave is one of several elbow options at MAMBA. The table compares the practical side only.
| Option | Format | Uses needles? |
|---|---|---|
| OrthoSpec shockwave | In clinic, device-based | No |
| PRP for musculoskeletal concerns | In clinic, injection | Yes |
| Joint pain consultation | Virtual or in clinic | No |
To understand how shockwave sits next to exercise-based care, read shockwave vs physiotherapy.
How does MAMBA plan shockwave for tennis elbow?
MAMBA plans shockwave for tennis elbow at a complimentary consult, where a clinician looks at your elbow, work and activity. The visit plan is personal.
Participating clinics are in Oshawa, in Durham Region, and Kitchener, in Waterloo Region. Services and equipment differ by clinic. You can start virtually from anywhere in Ontario, as long as you are physically in Ontario during the visit.
How do I book a complimentary consult with MAMBA?
You can book online, or by phone or text at 647-947-0605. Many men start with the free MAMBA Health Score, which takes about 2 minutes.
Take the MAMBA Health Score, or choose the optional $1 virtual consultation for a personalized plan. Treatments start at $99.
Frequently asked questions
Is tennis elbow the same as golfer's elbow?
Tennis elbow and golfer's elbow are different. Tennis elbow affects the outer side of the elbow, while golfer's elbow affects the inner side. A MAMBA Men's Clinics clinician reviews which side is involved at a complimentary consult.
Does shockwave for tennis elbow use needles?
Shockwave for tennis elbow does not use needles or incisions. The OrthoSpec device at MAMBA Men's Clinics is placed against the skin over the outer elbow and sends acoustic waves to the tendon area.
Is shockwave for tennis elbow covered by OHIP?
Shockwave for tennis elbow is generally not insured by OHIP, so most men pay privately. MAMBA Men's Clinics can give you a written itemized quote for shockwave for tennis elbow before any treatment begins.
Can shockwave for tennis elbow be combined with PRP?
Shockwave for tennis elbow and PRP can be part of the same elbow plan at MAMBA Men's Clinics. A clinician explains how OrthoSpec shockwave and PRP fit together after reviewing the elbow at a complimentary consult.
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