How Shockwave Therapy Works (Infographic)
1. What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave Therapy—also referred to as EPAT (Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Therapy)—uses high-energy acoustic waves that penetrate deep into affected tissues. These waves stimulate biological responses, helping to relieve pain and restore mobility.
2. How It Works
The infographic-style breakdown might look like this:
Step 1: Acoustic Wave Delivery
High-energy sound waves are focused on the treatment site, reaching deep tissue layers.
Step 2: Biological Cascade
These waves trigger several healing mechanisms:
Stimulate cellular repair through activation of tissue metabolism.
Promote new blood vessel formation (angiogenesis) for improved circulation.
Disrupt chronic inflammation, thereby reducing pain.
Stimulate collagen production, essential for tendon and ligament healing.
Break down calcifications that may be causing discomfort.
Disperse pain mediators, such as Substance P, reducing nerve pain sensitivity.
3. Conditions Treated
Shockwave Therapy addresses a variety of musculoskeletal issues, including:
Heel spurs
Tendinopathies: Jumper’s knee, Tennis elbow, Chronic tendinopathy
Shoulder pain
Hip pain
Medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints)
4. Key Benefits
The advantages of Shockwave Therapy include:
Rapid pain reduction
Non-invasive approach—no surgery or anesthesia required
No medication or side effects
Accelerated healing, even for chronic conditions
In Summary
