Shockwave Therapy
Non-Invasive Pain Reduction and Accelerate Healing
Chronic pain and lingering injuries are common — but they don’t have to control your life.
Restore Mobility and Reduce Pain in Santa Rosa
Conveniently located in Santa Rosa, our local clinic offers physician-guided shockwave therapy for patients dealing with chronic pain, soft-tissue injuries, and slow-healing conditions. Each treatment plan is personalized to support faster recovery and long-term relief.
What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy (also known as acoustic wave therapy) is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing response.
These sound waves help:
- Increase blood flow to injured tissue
- Stimulate cellular repair and regeneration
- Break down scar tissue and calcifications
- Reduce inflammation and pain
Shockwave therapy is commonly used when injuries fail to improve with rest, physical therapy, or other conservative treatments.
How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?
Shockwave therapy uses targeted pressure waves to stimulate healing in injured tissue. Also called Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), it harnesses the power of these waves to create tiny, controlled micro-injuries that prompt the body’s natural healing response.
The body naturally increases blood flow to the area, helping deliver oxygen and nutrients needed for repair. Over time, this process can reduce pain and support faster recovery. The intensity of the treatment is carefully adjusted to match your condition and comfort level.
Many musculoskeletal injuries heal slowly because they receive limited blood flow. Shockwave therapy helps overcome this challenge by improving circulation to the affected area, which may shorten recovery time and help you return to normal activity sooner.
Who Should Consider Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy is frequently used for chronic and overuse injuries, including:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendinitis
- Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
- Shoulder pain and rotator cuff injuries
- Knee pain and patellar tendinitis
- Hip pain and bursitis
- Chronic muscle or tendon pain
A medical evaluation provided at our Santa Rosa clinic is essential to determine if shockwave therapy is appropriate for your condition.
Professional, caring and extremely competent, the medical professionals at this clinic are the best we have ever experienced. We intend to work with them for life!
Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
Chronic pain and unresolved injuries can impact daily life, work, and physical activity. Shockwave therapy offers an alternative to surgery or long-term medication use.
Medically guided shockwave therapy may help:
- Reduce chronic pain
- Improve range of motion and mobility
- Accelerate healing of stubborn injuries
- Restore function and performance
- Support long-term recovery
How to Start Shockwave Therapy in Santa Rosa
Your recovery begins with a comprehensive medical consultation. This includes a review of your injury history, symptoms, and any prior treatments, along with a physical evaluation.
This step ensures shockwave therapy is:
- Safe
- Appropriate for your condition
- Customized to your recovery goals
We only recommend treatment when it’s medically justified.
What to Expect From Shockwave Therapy
If shockwave therapy is recommended, your provider will create a personalized treatment plan.
Treatment sessions:
- Are performed in-office
- Typically last 10–20 minutes
- Do not require anesthesia
- Involve minimal discomfort
- Require little to no downtime
Most patients undergo a series of treatments spaced over several weeks, depending on the condition being treated.