Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ECSWT)

What is Shockwave Therapy?

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ECSWT) is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in injured muscles, tendons, and joints.

Originally developed for kidney stone treatment, it is now widely used in sports medicine to accelerate recovery and relieve chronic pain by stimulating the body’s natural healing process.

How It Works

Shockwave therapy reduces pain and stimulates healing by delivering a series of acoustic waves targeted at specific pain points where the injury is present. During treatment, a clinician holds a shockwave device next to the skin. The device sends shockwaves into the injured tissues and provides several benefits:

1. Stimulates Healing – Increase blood flow and tissue regeneration
2. Breaks Down Scar Tissue – Improves flexibility and reduces stiffness
3. Reduces Pain – Promotes natural pain relief by resetting pain receptors

Common Conditions Treated

You could be an ideal candidate for shockwave therapy if you are experiencing any of the following conditions:

• Plantar fasciitis
• Tennis/golfer’s elbow
• Achilles tendinopathy
• Shoulder tendinitis
• Patellar tendinitis (“jumper’s knee”)
• Chronic muscle strains
• Stress-related overuse injuries
• Lateral epicondylitis
• Non-union fractures

If chronic pain is left untreated, it could cause new and more serious issues to develop later on. Ask our providers if they think shockwave therapy could help relieve your pain.

Your Treatment Experience

Most patients require 3-6 sessions spaced over several weeks. Each session is quick, safe, and performed in our office by trained sports medicine and physical therapy professionals. Many patients notice improvement after the first few treatments.

A single treatment usually takes between 15 to 20 minutes.

Why Choose ECSWT?

• Non-surgical and drug-free
• Safe and FDA-cleared
• Minimal downtime
• Quick sessions
• Proven for sports injuries and chronic conditions

How much does shockwave therapy cost?

ECSWT is a cost-effective treatment for pain or muscle damage. However, this treatment is typically not covered by insurance and is usually fully self-pay. Here at Montgomery Sports Medicine Center, our pricing for shockwave therapy treatment is listed below:

• 1 session – $175
• 3 sessions – $475
• 5 sessions – $700

Shockwave therapy is clinically proven to be a highly effective way to cure muscle pain and promote healing. If you are interested in receiving treatment, ask our staff for more information to learn how ECSWT can benefit you.