EMS Radial Shockwave Therapy
EMS Radial Shockwave Therapy
For superficial muscle, tendon and ligament healing as well as cartilage regeneration.
EMS Radial Shockwave Therapy uses acoustic pulses used to treat subacute or chronic musculoskeletal pathologies. It is well-studied, evidence-based and a commonly used treatment modality for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions.
Compressed air accelerates a projectile which strikes a fixed applicator, which is placed over the painful area. With the use of gel as a coupling agent, this kinetic energy is then converted into a shockwave delivered to the target tissue through the skin.
It is an effective, safe and non-invasive treatment option for patients with musculoskeletal disorders. It does not involve any medications or injections and is worth emphasising that in some cases, Radial Shockwave Therapy can be used as an alternative to more invasive treatments such as cortisone injections, surgery, or as an alternative to using medications with potential side effects.
How Does EMS Shockwave Work?
Shockwaves are generated using compressed air, creating pressure waves that stimulate healing at the cellular level. This process:
- Reduces pain by desensitizing nerve fibers
- Boosts blood circulation for faster tissue repair
- Activates stem cells to trigger natural healing
When combined with a structured rehabilitation program, shockwave therapy enhances recovery and improves clinical outcomes.
What to Expect from Treatment?
Sessions last ~15 minutes and are performed once a week for 3-5 weeks.
Initial assessment measures pain and movement, with post-treatment comparisons.
While effective as a standalone treatment, combining EMS Radial Shockwave with rehabilitation therapy is recommended as many of the conditions treated by EMS Radial Shockwave result from chronic underlying postural or biomechanical disturbance to begin with. Combining the two speeds up and improves overall functional recovery.
Shockwave has a 90% success rate for tendon conditions, sometimes within as little as five sessions! It’s safe, affordable, with very few side effects and reduction in pain is often felt immediately.
Safety & Contraindications
EMS Shockwave Therapy is safe, drug-free, and an alternative to surgery or cortisone injections. However, it is not suitable for:
🚫 Pregnancy
🚫 Blood clotting disorders or anticoagulant use
🚫 Local tumors or infections
🚫 Recent cortisone injection (within 6 weeks)
Get back to pain-free movement with DolorClast® Shockwave Therapy. Contact us today to see if it’s right for you!