Shockwave Therapy – Heal Pain at the Source

Shockwave Therapy uses acoustic waves to reduce pain, restore mobility, and accelerate natural healing—without surgery or downtime.

What is Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT?)

ESWT is an innovative pain management solution. The shockwave is an audible, physical sound wave “shock”, not an electric one. Many years of experience, since the 1980’s in fact, have confirmed that certain pathological alterations of tendons, ligaments, capsules, muscles and bones – in other words the root causes of your pain – can be eliminated systematically with this non-invasive therapy approach. In modern pain therapy, shock wave energy is applied to the painful body regions, where it can accelerate the healing process in the body by stimulating the metabolism and improving blood circulation, and can regenerate and fully heal damaged tissue.

Common Pain Conditions Treated by Shockwave Therapy

•Plantar Fasciitis, ex. heel pain

•Elbow pain, ex. tennis or golfer’s elbow

•Shoulder pain, ex. shoulder calcifications

•Achilles tendon pain

•Patellar tendonitis, ex. jumper’s knee or Osgood-Schlatters disease

•Trigger points/muscle tension

•Chronic neck and back pain

Who Is Shockwave Therapy For?

Shockwave therapy treats a wide range of chronic pain conditions in both men and women by stimulating the body's natural healing response. You may be a strong candidate if you're dealing with:

•Plantar fasciitis or heel pain that hasn't improved with rest, stretching, or orthotics.

•Tennis or golfer's elbow causing persistent pain with grip or movement.

•Shoulder pain or calcifications, including rotator cuff-related discomfort.

•Achilles tendon pain that limits activity or exercise.

•Patellar tendonitis (jumper's knee) or Osgood-Schlatter-related knee pain

•Trigger points and chronic muscle tension in the neck, back, or shoulders

•Chronic neck and back pain that conservative treatment hasn't resolved

Shockwave therapy is also an option for men managing erectile dysfunction or Peyronie's disease — see our dedicated NOVOWave page for details on that application specifically.

This treatment works well for patients of all ages seeking a non-invasive, drug-free alternative to surgery or long-term medication for chronic musculoskeletal pain.

What the Research Shows

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) has been studied for musculoskeletal conditions for several decades. A review published by the National Institutes of Health found success rates for plantar fasciitis ranging from 34% to 88% across multiple studies, and a systematic review and meta-analysis found high-quality evidence that ESWT has a meaningful effect on pain and function specifically for plantar fasciitis, with more mixed evidence for some other tendon conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What conditions respond best to shockwave therapy?

Research support is strongest for chronic plantar fasciitis. Evidence is also favorable for shoulder calcific tendinitis and Achilles tendinopathy, with more mixed results for some other tendon conditions.

Is shockwave therapy painful?

Most patients describe it as a tolerable tapping or pulsing sensation rather than sharp pain. Mild soreness in the treated area for a day or two afterward is common.

How many sessions will I need?

Most patients benefit from a series of 3–6 treatments spaced about a week apart, though this varies by condition. We'll build a personalized plan during your consultation.

How does shockwave therapy treat erectile dysfunction?

For men using this treatment for ED, the acoustic waves stimulate new blood vessel growth and improve circulation to support natural erectile function. See our NOVOWave page for more detail.

Can shockwave therapy help Peyronie's disease?

Yes — it can help break down scar tissue and improve blood flow and tissue flexibility. Learn more on our Peyronie's disease treatment page.

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