SHOCKWAVE THERAPY

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Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology (EPAT)

SHOCKWAVE THERAPY Frequently Asked Questions

Shockwave Therapy: Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology (EPAT).

This treatment is the most advanced and highly effective non-invasive treatment method cleared by the FDA for chronic heel pain associated with Achilles Tendonitis, Heel Spurs, or Plantar Fasciitis.

This technology is based on a unique set of pressure waves that stimulate your metabolism, enhance blood circulation and accelerate the healing process.  Damaged tissue gradually regenerates and eventually heals.

This FDA-cleared technology was developed in Europe and is currently used around the globe.  The beneficial effects are often experienced after only 3 treatments.  Some patients report immediate pain relief after the treatment, although it can take up to 4 weeks for pain relief.  Treatments eliminate pain and restore full mobility, thus improving your quality of life.  More than 80% of patients treated report to be pain free and/or have significant pain reduction.

Low frequency sound waves, also known as shock waves, are aimed at the injured area through a hand held applicator.

The shock waves penetrate deep into the soft tissues, stimulating blood flow, accelerating the body’s natural healing process.

Treatment sessions take approximately 5-10 minutes depending on the disorder being treated.

Generally, 4 treatment sessions are necessary at weekly intervals.

During treatments, patients may experience some discomfort which may continue for a few days.

It is normal to have some residual pain after intense exercise or a full day of work.

Shockwave Therapy (EPAT) procedure eliminates pain and restores full mobility, thus improving your overall quality of life. Over 80% of patients treated report to be pain free and/or have significant pain reduction. 

  • Non-invasive
  • NO anesthesia required
  • NO side effects
  • NO incision so no risk of infection
  • NO hospital stay
  • NO Faster healing
  • NO missed work or school
  • NO down time
  • Actually heals the tissues not just mask the symptoms

The non-invasive EPAT treatment has virtually NO risks or side effects.

In some cases, patients may experience some minor discomfort which may continue for a few days. It is normal to have some residual pain after intense exercise or a full day of work.

The beneficial effects of Shockwave Therapy (EPAT) are often experienced after only 3 treatments. Some patients report immediate pain relief after their first treatment, although it can take up to 4 weeks for pain relief to begin.

Insurance typically does not cover Shockwave Therapy.

For most patients, Shockwave Therapy is an elective out-of-pocket cost and is much less than you would expect.

  • Some patients use their employer’s “Flexible Spending” or “Flexible Payment Medical Savings” Accounts to cover the out-of-pocket expenses with pre-tax dollars.
  • We also accept CareCredit

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