(ESWT)Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy is a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment of soft tissue, bone, heel, and joint pain that uses shock waves to stimulate cells and promote healing. 

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SoftWave TRT stands for SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Technologies. SoftWave TRT is the company that offers the only broad true shock wave technology device. 

‘Stemwave therapy‘ is a phrase commonly used by SoftWaveTRT providers that typically refers to extracorporeal shock wave therapy using a SoftWaveTRT device. The terms ‘stemwave therapy’ and ‘SoftWave therapy’ are often used interchangeably.

SoftWave Therapy is a treatment involving SoftWave Technology that applies short, frequent, and high intensity bursts of mechanical energy (in the form of a shock wave) into soft tissue that is injured, scarred, contains adhesions, is painful, or inflamed. SoftWave is currently the only company that offers broad focused true shock wave technology in their devices.The therapy provided by a SoftWaveTRT device has a wider and deeper therapeutic energy zone than other ESWT devices on the market. This results in greater healing as the energy is spread over a vastly larger and deeper area. 

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Shockwave therapy has been around since the 1950’s in the form of high intensity lithotripsy. Shockwave therapy is the standard of care for soft tissue injuries in Europe and has been a non-surgical option in the U.S. for over 20 years. Increased study and documentation over time has lead to increased adoption of shockwave therapy in multiple fields of use

SoftWaveTRT is FDA 510(k) cleared for: Activation of connective tissue, treatment of chronic diabetic foot ulcers and treatment of acute second-degree burns as well as pain reduction and Improved blood supply.

SoftWave TRT is an alternative to surgery to treat musculoskeletal and soft tissue conditions. Read more about what is shockwave therapy is used for.

SoftWave therapy can be effective in reducing or managing the symptoms of a variety of injuries and conditions.

The SoftWave TRT device has a wider and deeper therapeutic energy zone than all other devices on the market. This results in greater healing as the energy is spread over a vastly larger and deeper area.

Patients may experience mild discomfort or soreness shortly after treatment, but typically don’t complain of treatment pain. Because patients communicate in real time with the provider, the technology can be adjusted to tolerance. Read more about what to expect during shockwave therapy treatment.

SoftWave therapy can be performed by anyone in a practice that has been properly trained by SoftWave

Each individual session of SoftWave therapy only takes 5-15 minutes and is typically recommended to be done on a once a week basis for 3-5 weeks.Each condition that is treated with SoftWave TRT is unique and may require more or less treatment time. Most patients experience improvement after the first session..

It depends on the area and/or injury. Some providers treat 1x / week for 4-6 weeks. SoftWave has protocols for providers to follow.

At this time, this is a cash-based procedure.

For some, redness and soreness can occur, but usually subsides in a day or two.

Yes, it can, however it is up to the provider. We found SoftWave therapy to be effective on its own, but it has also been shown to be even more effective when combined with other forms of therapy, including physical therapy, chiropractic, massage, soft tissue mobilization, etc.

You should follow your provider’s instruction and you should not take any pain medicine or engage in any activities that would aggravate the injured area.