Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy treats chronic conditions by delivering penetrating shockwaves deep into soft tissue, inducing microtrauma and triggering a new inflammatory response. This prompts the body's natural healing mechanisms. The emitted energy also stimulates cells to release biochemicals, enhancing healing and fostering the formation of new blood vessels in the treated area. While Shockwave can outperform formal PT for certain conditions and patient goals—especially when time and cost are priorities—it can also be combined with targeted exercises and education to maximize long-term outcomes when needed.
How It Works
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Shockwave therapy uses high-energy sound pulses to treat painful bone, tendon, and soft tissue problems that are subacute to chronic. The pulses are a sudden, strong pressure wave created when compressed air drives a projectile in the device. The impact transmits mechanical energy into the tissue, which triggers healing, lowers pain, and improves function
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Treatment times are about 5-10 minutes! The amount of sessions needed is determined by your specific condition and needs.
No need to go to a special facility, or clear your whole day for one appointment, get treated on a lunch break or during a short appointment window!
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Patients have felt results after the first treatment, with ongoing positive changes until treatment is complete!
Typically, 3 - 5 treatments which are done 3–10 days apart. Depending on the patient’s tolerance and their tissue response, as well as what their specific needs are.
Common Treatable Conditions
Shockwave therapy can effectively help naturally treat chronic musculoskeletal pain, range of motion, and muscle tightness. Shockwave focuses energy on the pathological tissue (tendons, plantar fascia, calcific deposits), promoting circulation, breaking down scar tissue and calcifications, and accelerating tissue regeneration. Studies show faster functional improvement compared with conservative care alone. Shockwave is beneficial for:
Frozen Shoulder
Tennis/Golfers Elbow
Carpel Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Plantar Fasciitis
De Quervain’s Disease
Chronic Joint Pain
Chronic Osteoarthritis
Neuropathy
Reduced Blood Flow
Sciatica
and many more!
Although this treatment is known to have little-to-no side effect, please consult your doctor to find out if Radial Shockwave Therapy would be right for you...
Although this treatment is known to have little-to-no side effect, please consult your doctor to find out if Radial Shockwave Therapy would be right for you...
Financial Cost
Will my insurance cover this?
Unfortunately, most private insurance companies do not cover this treatment through typical coverage, but the VA, No Fault, and Worker’s Compensation do!
Policies with medical savings account like a FSA or HSA can help cover the out of pocket cost!
Call your insurance company today to find out if your plan can help.
How Much Will It Cost?
Here at FPT we offer competitive pricing for Shockwave Therapy!
5 Sessions for $250
Additional sessions for $50
Did You Know...
Typical copays for Physical Therapy are running up to a $30 average in 2026!
45 minute sessions, at twice a week for six week treatment of formal therapy can be costly, take time out of your busy schedule, may take weeks to feel results.
Choose the time-effective, cost saving choice of Shockwave therapy.