Piezowave Therapy
response—effective for chronic pain that hasn’t responded to other
treatments.
What is Piezowave Therapy?
Piezowave is a form of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) that uses focused acoustic pressure waves to stimulate healing at the cellular level. Originally developed for breaking up kidney stones, researchers discovered that lower-energy acoustic waves could trigger remarkable healing responses in soft tissue injuries.
The technology works by creating controlled microtrauma that “wakes up” the body’s repair mechanisms. This triggers increased blood flow, stem cell activation, and tissue regeneration—essentially restarting a stalled healing process.
How Piezowave Heals
When acoustic waves penetrate tissue, they trigger several biological responses:
- Neovascularization — New blood vessel formation increases blood supply to damaged tissue
- Stem cell activation — Stimulates your body’s natural repair cells
- Collagen production — Promotes formation of healthy tissue structure
- Pain reduction — Disrupts pain signals and reduces substance P
- Calcium breakdown — Dissolves calcified deposits in tendons
Applications
Conditions We Treat with Piezowave
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Tennis Elbow
- Golfer's Elbow
- Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy
- Achilles Tendinopathy
- Patellar Tendinitis
- Chronic Trigger Points
- Hip Bursitis
- Shin Splints
- IT Band Syndrome
- Calcific Tendinitis
- Myofascial Pain
Benefits
Why Piezowave?
🎯 Non-Invasive
No surgery, no needles, no medication. The acoustic waves do the work from outside your body.
⚡ Fast Sessions
Treatments typically take 10-15 minutes. No downtime—return to normal activities immediately. .
🔬 Evidence-Based
Supported by extensive research, particularly for tendon injuries and chronic pain conditions.
💊 Drug-Free
Addresses the cause of pain rather than masking symptoms with medication.
🔄 Restarts Healing
Effective for chronic injuries where the body's natural healing has stalled or stopped.
✅ No Side Effects
Temporary redness or mild discomfort possible, but no lasting side effects.
Treatment
What to Expect
Session Length
10-15 min
Typical Protocol
sessions, 1 week apart
Results Timeline
2-4 wks
Downtime
None
During treatment: You’ll feel pulsing pressure waves at the treatment site. Some areas may be tender, especially trigger points or areas of chronic damage. We adjust intensity based on your comfort level.
After treatment: You may experience mild redness or soreness for 1-2 days—this is normal and indicates the healing response is activated. Most patients can return to normal activities immediately.
Piezowave Therapy
$85
Most conditions require 3-6 sessions for optimal results.
Monthly membership ($85/mo) available for ongoing care.