Wellness & Regenerative
Shockwave therapy for pain that has stopped healing
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) — a non-invasive treatment using acoustic waves to promote healing in chronic musculoskeletal conditions, performed by a physician trained at the Medical Shockwave Institute.
Please note — These procedures are not covered by insurance. We offer them at attractive and affordable self-pay prices — call the office for current pricing.
What is shockwave therapy?
Shockwave therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive treatment using acoustic waves to promote healing in musculoskeletal issues like tendinitis, plantar fasciitis and pain secondary to arthritis — breaking down calcifications, releasing growth factors and stimulating tissue regeneration. It often requires only a few sessions and offers a genuine alternative to surgery for chronic, stubborn conditions.
It works by creating a controlled inflammatory response, triggering growth factors, boosting cell proliferation and improving circulation to speed up repair in tendons, ligaments, muscles and bone — leading to pain relief and improved function.
How it works
Acoustic waves
The therapy delivers high-energy sound waves to the affected area.
Stimulates healing
These waves encourage new blood vessel formation (neovascularization), increase cell activity and release growth factors.
Breaks down deposits
It can help break up calcium deposits in tendons, as in calcific tendinitis.
Reduces pain
It also affects nerve endings, reducing pain signals.
Conditions commonly treated
Benefits
Questions patients ask
Published research on extracorporeal shockwave therapy reports meaningful reductions in pain scores within the first few months of treatment for a number of tendon and joint conditions, and many patients report a reduced reliance on daily pain medication. Response varies with the condition being treated and how long it has been present — Dr. Siram will tell you honestly whether your particular problem is one that tends to respond, and whether it is worth trying in your case.
There is no downtime. You can resume your activity immediately.
Typically three sessions are recommended, spaced approximately one week apart. Your response is reassessed as you go.
At Primary Care 369 the procedure is performed by our provider, Dr. Gayatri Siram, trained at the Medical Shockwave Institute. We offer the treatments at attractive and affordable prices, as these procedures are not covered by insurance.
Ready to talk it through?
Request an appointment online and we will call to confirm a time — or call either office directly and speak to someone today.