The highly regarded treatment choice of elite athletes and trainers, shock wave therapy is a non-invasive, non-surgical evidence-based treatment which is quick, safe and effective. Shock wave has been shown to be a highly effective treatment option for patients who have failed to respond to conservative manual therapies.
Unique pressure waves are strategically applied at specific frequencies to create a stimulating effect reducing pain and revitalizing injured tissues.
Decades of evidence support the effectiveness of shock wave therapy for most orthopedic conditions that affect joints, muscles, tendons or ligaments and cause degeneration, dysfunction or pain.
Each session lasts between 5-10 minutes. A complete treatment plan includes between 3-6 weekly treatment sessions on average depending on the condition.
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The virtue of shock wave is the paucity of risks or side effects. Some patients experience self-limiting minor discomfort or skin irritation. Contraindications to EPAT include pregnancy or active cancer.
- Reduces pain and inflammation
- Stimulates tissue regeneration and healing
- Non-invasive: no anesthesia, injections or surgery
- Treatments take a few minutes with virtually no down time
- Evidence-based with promising outcomes
- Cost effective
At this time, unfortunately, shock wave is not covered by most insurance plans. Please call us at (818) 817-6377 ext. 1 to get more information on pricing and whether or not your insurance covers this service.
ESWT is an abbreviation for extracorporeal shock wave therapy.
EPAT is an abbreviation for extracorporeal pulse activation technology.
