How Focused Shockwave Works
Precision targeting for deep healing.
Focal Point Selection
Your practitioner identifies the exact depth and location of your condition using diagnostic assessment.
Concentrated Energy
Acoustic waves are focused at the target depth, delivering concentrated energy exactly where needed.
Deep Healing
The concentrated energy triggers repair mechanisms deep within tissue, promoting lasting healing.
Benefits of Focused Shockwave
Precision Targeting
Energy is focused on a specific point, allowing treatment of deep-seated conditions with pinpoint accuracy.
Deep Penetration
Reaches depths of up to 12cm, making it effective for conditions that radial waves cannot reach.
Minimal Sessions
The concentrated energy often means fewer treatment sessions are needed compared to other methods.
Proven Efficacy
Extensive clinical research supports focused shockwave therapy for various chronic conditions.
Focused vs. Radial Shockwave
Understanding which treatment is right for your condition.
| Feature | Focused | Radial |
|---|---|---|
| Penetration depth | Up to 12cm | Up to 4cm |
| Energy concentration | Single focal point | Spreads over area |
| Best for | Deep, localized conditions | Superficial, widespread |
| Treatment sensation | More intense, targeted | Generally milder |
Ideal Conditions for Focused Shockwave
Focused shockwave therapy excels at treating deep-seated and chronic conditions.
- Calcific shoulder tendinitis
- Chronic plantar fasciitis
- Non-healing bone fractures
- Deep hip bursitis
- Chronic Achilles tendinopathy
- Patellar tendinitis
- Myofascial trigger points
- Osteochondritis dissecans
Treatment Details
- Session Duration
20-30 minutes per session
- Treatment Course
3-5 sessions, 1-2 weeks apart
- Recovery
Minimal downtime, mild soreness possible
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes focused shockwave different from radial?
Focused shockwave therapy concentrates acoustic energy at a specific depth within the tissue, allowing treatment of deep-seated conditions. Radial waves spread outward from the surface and are better suited for superficial conditions.
Is focused shockwave more painful?
Focused shockwave can be more intense due to the concentrated energy, but our practitioners carefully adjust settings for your comfort. Most patients tolerate the treatment well, and any discomfort is brief.
How deep can focused shockwave penetrate?
Focused shockwave therapy can reach depths of up to 12cm, making it effective for treating conditions in areas like the hip, deep shoulder structures, and bone.
Who is a good candidate for focused shockwave?
Patients with deep-seated chronic conditions, calcific deposits, non-healing fractures, or conditions that haven't responded to radial shockwave often benefit most from focused therapy.