Shockwave therapy is a cutting-edge, non-invasive treatment offered. It’s designed to alleviate pain and promote healing in conditions like plantar fasciitis and tendonitis by delivering targeted shockwaves to the affected area, encouraging the body’s natural healing processes.

A package of 3 sessions costs $550, which comes out to about $183 per treatment.  Studies have shown that 3-6 sessions of SWT are needed for best results.  Only one body region can be treated per package. A region includes one knee, one shoulder, one hip, one shoulder, one tendon group, etc. Bilateral knees, for example, are considered two regions.

The Storz Duolith SD1 is an expensive technology that has been extensively researched and clinically proven to accelerate healing. The more area we have to treat, the more energy pulses we provide. The more energy pulses we provide, the more frequently we have to replace the parts. For this reason, we charge per body region, and this is standard at practices throughout the country. ​

​The number of sessions required varies from person to person, with a typical treatment plan including 4-6 sessions. Given that wear and tear on your joints is inevitable with aging, or with being active, there is always a chance of needing repeat treatments in the future.  This is true of any treatment in medicine!

Studies have shown that shockwave therapy and magnet therapy are both safe for all ages.  There is no effect on the growth plates, and no side effects from the procedure.

Shockwave to certain body regions away from the fetus are considered safe. Examples include ankles, knees, and shoulders.  However, shockwave to the stomach or nearby areas in pregnancy is contraindicated.

To our knowledge, no major insurances cover shockwave therapy. However, we do accept FSA/HSA cards.  You can always call your insurance provider to determine eligibility.

Shockwave therapy cannot be used on areas with open wounds, tumors, air-filled areas such as the lungs or intestines, or people with defibrillators.  Shockwave therapy should be used with caution in people with pacemakers or those who are on blood thinners.

It is recommended to avoid Tylenol and NSAIDs such as Motrin for 48 hours before and after treatment if possible. For pain control, dry, warm heat can be applied 2-4x/day as needed. This helps dilate blood vessels and calm inflammation.

Blood thinners are not contraindicated but large areas of bruising can develop. If you notice a bruise developing, apply ice every couple hours while awake for two days, then warm, dry heat 2-4x/day.​

It is recommended to avoid Tylenol and NSAIDs such as Motrin for 48 hours before and after treatment if possible. For pain control, dry, warm heat can be applied 2-4x/day as needed. This helps dilate blood vessels and calm inflammation.​​

Therapy is tailored to each patient. Areas that are more bony may experience more pain. A patient's pain level helps to guide our treatment toward the most inflamed areas, which is what we need to treat. Energy delivery will increase with each subsequent treatment because pain with treatment decreases as inflammation decreases.​ The goal is to experience pain while guiding our treatment, but not to make the pain intolerable. It will be at a level that tells us our treatment is working.

Magnetic Therapy is tailored to each patient. Magnetic therapy feels like a vibration in your tissues. Typically this does not cause pain but it is possible that some pain is experienced.​

This treatment is contraindicated with pregnancy (but can be used at sites away from the fetus), in patients that have implants with a battery/power source in the area of treatment, and patients with cancer.If you have any further concerns, please speak to the treatment provider.