Shockwave Therapy offers a powerful, non-invasive solution for those looking to restore movement, alleviate pain, and enhance recovery. Using high-intensity sound waves, this innovative therapy stimulates your body’s natural healing processes to get you back on your feet and ready for whatever adventure comes next.
Shockwave Therapy is a specialized treatment that delivers focused sound waves to targeted areas of the body. These high-energy waves interact with tissue at a cellular level, sparking a cascade of positive effects:
Through these natural responses, Shockwave Therapy creates an optimal healing environment, helping to reduce pain, restore movement, and support your journey to lasting wellness.
The benefits of Shockwave Therapy extend beyond pain relief, offering an advanced approach to healing that supports your active lifestyle. Here’s what this therapy can offer:
Shockwave therapy effectively targets a variety of common issues, offering relief and promoting faster recovery for improved daily function.
Reduces heel pain and inflammation by stimulating healing in the plantar fascia.
Treats conditions like Achilles and rotator cuff tendonitis, promoting tissue repair and reducing pain.
Alleviates pain and accelerates recovery by addressing inflammation and muscle tension in the shins.
Relieves persistent muscle discomfort by breaking up tight, damaged tissue and boosting circulation.
Reduces calcification and inflammation in the shoulder, easing pain and restoring range of motion.
Targets inflammation in the elbow tendons to relieve pain and improve function.
During a Shockwave Therapy session, our therapists apply a handheld device to the targeted area, sending focused sound waves into the tissues. You’ll feel a tapping sensation, which may vary in intensity based on your comfort level and treatment needs. Each session typically lasts 5-10 minutes and is customized to maximize healing for your specific condition. Many people experience noticeable improvement after just a few sessions, making this therapy ideal for those eager to find relief quickly.
Most patients experience mild discomfort during the treatment as the shockwaves stimulate the area. The sensation varies by individual and treated area, but any discomfort is brief and subsides quickly after the session.
Typically, patients require 3-6 sessions, spaced about one week apart, depending on the severity of the condition. Your practitioner will assess your progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed.
Some patients may experience mild redness, swelling, or soreness in the treated area, similar to the feeling after an intense workout. These effects are typically short-lived and resolve within a few days.
Many patients begin to notice improvements after just one or two sessions, but optimal results are often achieved after the full course of treatments. Pain reduction and increased mobility continue to improve over the weeks following treatment.
Yes, Shockwave Therapy is widely used in sports medicine to treat various soft tissue injuries. It helps reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and accelerate healing, making it an ideal choice for athletes recovering from acute or chronic injuries.