Shockwave (Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy - fESWT)
What It Is
Focused Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (fESWT) is a non-invasive treatment that uses precisely targeted acoustic waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing response. Unlike the more common radial shockwave, which disperses energy broadly at the surface, focused shockwave penetrates deeper tissue with pinpoint accuracy. Supported by over 20,000 published studies worldwide, shockwave therapy has become a proven option for chronic and stubborn musculoskeletal conditions.
How It Works
Acoustic wave stimulation: delivers focused sound energy deep into tissue to activate repair.
Improved circulation & angiogenesis: increases blood flow and promotes new vessel growth.
Cellular activation: stimulates tendon, ligament, and bone cells to regenerate and strengthen.
Stem cell & growth factor response: encourages the body’s own stem cells and healing messengers to migrate to injured tissue.
Calcification & scar tissue breakdown: helps dissolve deposits and remodel stiff, fibrotic tissue.
Nerve desensitization: reduces overactive pain signaling for long-term relief.
Common Uses & Conditions Treated
Heel pain & plantar fasciitis — relieves spurs and inflammation
Elbow tendonitis — tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow
Knee & tendon injuries — jumper’s knee, patellar tendinopathy
Achilles tendinopathy — reduces pain, supports healing
Calcific shoulder tendinitis — breaks down calcium deposits
Chronic neck & back muscle pain — myofascial trigger points
Stress fractures or delayed bone healing — stimulates repair
Benefits
Non-invasive & drug-free
Stimulates true tissue repair and regeneration
Relieves chronic pain and restores function
Breaks down scar tissue and calcifications
Fast sessions (10–20 minutes) with little downtime
Evidence-based — supported by 20,000+ published studies worldwide