Shockwave Therapy in Phoenix AZ

Success Rates: 90% improvement was recorded for the treatment of Plantar Fasciitis (heel pain) by the Journal of Orthopedic Research (2005). The same publication quotes a 77% success rate when treating Tennis Elbow with Radial Shockwave Therapy and other clinical studies have generally reported a success rate in excess of 75%. Nice (National Institute of Clinical Excellence) provided evidence to the NHS: NICE evidence for Shockwave.

Shockwave Therapy is FDA cleared for the treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain and connective tissue disorders; there are no known risks or complications.

Shockwave therapy is an elective pay modality and is not covered by insurance.

Shockwave Therapy is not recommended for patients on blood thinners, those with malignancies, and those who are pregnant.

Shockwave treatment is often performed once a week for a period of 3-6 weeks, depending on Chronicity of the problem.

Patients may begin to see improvement 4 weeks after their last treatment. More significant improvement often occurs 8-12 weeks after the last treatment.