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September 22, 2025

Healing Timeline with EPAT®

Healing Timeline with EPAT®

EPAT® (Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology), also known as shockwave therapy, is a modern, non-invasive treatment designed to speed up the body’s natural healing. It works by stimulating blood flow, reducing inflammation, and triggering tissue repair — all without surgery, injections, or downtime.

How the Treatment Works

Each EPAT® session is quick, lasting only about 5–10 minutes. A complete program usually includes 5 sessions, scheduled once a week. This makes the entire treatment plan about a month long and easy to fit into your routine.

When You’ll Notice Results

Right Away: Some people experience pain relief and improved mobility after the first session.

Weeks 2–3: Progress builds as treatments continue. You may notice less stiffness, better range of motion, and reduced discomfort.

By Week 4–5: After completing all 5 sessions, most patients feel significant improvement in both pain and function.

Beyond Treatment: Healing doesn’t stop when the sessions end. The body continues repairing and strengthening tissues for 6–12 weeks, often leading to lasting relief.

Factors That Affect Recovery

The exact healing timeline can vary depending on the severity of your condition, overall health, and how well you follow your therapist’s advice. Chronic injuries may take longer, while more recent problems may heal faster. Supporting your recovery with proper exercise, rest, and lifestyle choices can further boost results.

The Takeaway

EPAT® makes recovery smoother and more natural. While many patients start to feel relief early, the best results come gradually and continue even after treatment ends — helping you return to pain-free movement without invasive procedures.

In Summary

EPAT® Shockwave Therapy is a quick, 5–10 minute treatment done once a week for about 5 sessions. Many patients feel relief early, with the best results building gradually over 4–5 weeks and continuing for up to 12 weeks after treatment — all without surgery, injections, or downtime.

Schedule Your Appointment with Health Plus Physical Therapy Today

At Health Plus PT, the healing timeline with EPAT® is simple and effective—treatments take just 5–10 minutes, with a full program of about 5 sessions over a month. Many patients notice relief early, while the real benefits build week by week and continue even after the last session—supporting long-lasting recovery without surgery, injections, or downtime.

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