Our advanced focused shockwave treatment can help regenerate your body's natural healing capabilities
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Pain that won't go away, whether it's a nagging shoulder, a stiff knee, or a heel that protests with every morning step, can drain the energy from life. For years, the standard options were rest, injections, or surgery. But there's a newer, safer, more responsible path forward, and it doesn't require a scalpel or a needle.
Focused shockwave therapy is a modern, noninvasive treatment that delivers precisely targeted acoustic energy deep into injured tissues and joints. Rather than masking symptoms, it works with your body's own repair mechanisms, stimulating the production of stem cells directly in damaged tissue, without a single needle required.
The energy penetrates deep into tissues and joint structures, reaching areas that many conventional treatments can't, making it especially effective for arthritis and other chronic joint conditions. The result is genuine tissue regeneration, reduced inflammation, and for many patients, a significantly reduced need for surgery.
At our Crown Point chiropractic clinic, we have used focused shockwave therapy to treat a wide range of chronic conditions affecting the knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, and other joints, providing relief where other approaches have fallen short.
If you’re ready to return to the activities you love, pain-free, let’s get you booked.
What is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy, technically called extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), uses high-energy acoustic waves to stimulate healing in damaged musculoskeletal tissue.
There are two main types of shockwave therapy treatments: radial and focused. While radial shockwaves spread outward and work best on superficial issues, focused shockwave therapy concentrates energy at a specific depth within the body. This allows our chiropractor to target the exact source of pain or injury, whether it's a partial rotator cuff tear or arthritic change deep inside a hip joint.
This treatment works by delivering shockwaves through damaged tissue, triggering a biological cascade:
- Increased blood flow
- Release of growth factors
- Recruitment of stem cells
- Accelerated collagen production
The result is not just symptom relief, but actual repair. Essentially, your body is rebuilding itself from the inside out.
Sessions are typically quick, about 10 to 15 minutes per area, and require no anesthesia, no downtime, and no recovery period afterward. Most patients return to their daily routine immediately, making shockwave therapy an excellent choice for many kinds of patients.
Those who can benefit from shockwave therapy include:
- Youth athletes dealing with growing-pain-type conditions like Osgood-Schlatter's or Sever's disease
- High school and college athletes recovering from overuse injuries, stress fractures, or tendinopathies who need to get back to sport without surgery
- Weekend warriors or recreational athletes and active adults who want to stay in the game without extended downtime
- Active professionals whose jobs involve repetitive movement, lifting, or prolonged standing
- Patients recovering from sports injuries
- Older adults managing osteoarthritis or degenerative tendon conditions who want to avoid or delay joint replacement
- Individuals seeking alternatives to corticosteroid injections
- Post-surgical patients who need an extra boost in healing or are dealing with lingering pain after an operation
- Anyone who has tried rest, ice, physical therapy, or anti-inflammatories without lasting relief
- Patients with chronic pain resistant to conventional treatments
If you're living with a stubborn injury that hasn't healed on its own, you may be the perfect candidate for shockwave therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shockwave Therapy
How many sessions of shockwave therapy are typically needed?
Most patients require 4-6 treatment sessions spaced 1-2 weeks apart. The exact number depends on the severity of the condition and individual healing response.
Is shockwave therapy painful?
The procedure is generally well-tolerated. Most patients report mild discomfort, similar to that of a deep-tissue massage.
When can I resume normal activities?
Many patients can return to normal activities immediately, though strenuous exercise should be avoided for 24-48 hours post-treatment. Full recovery typically takes several weeks.
Are there any side effects with shockwave therapy?
Side effects are minimal and temporary, including mild soreness, redness, or bruising at the treatment site. These usually resolve within 24-48 hours.
How soon will I see results from shockwave therapy?
Some patients experience immediate pain relief, while others notice improvement after 2-4 weeks. Maximum benefits typically appear within 6-12 weeks post-treatment.
Who shouldn't receive shockwave therapy?
Pregnant women, those with blood clotting disorders or taking blood thinners, or individuals who recently received cortisone injections in the treatment area should consult their physician before treatment.
Why Choose Sherwood Spine & Sport for Shockwave Therapy in Crown Point
Dr. Sherwood brings years of experience in advanced musculoskeletal treatments, combining modern technology, traditional techniques, and personalized patient care to ensure optimal outcomes.
We utilize the latest generation of focused shockwave equipment designed for maximum precision and effectiveness.
Beyond shockwave therapy, we offer several other treatment modalities, including:
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Trigger point dry needling
- Therapeutic exercises
- Sports chiropractic care
- TPI-certified golf analysis and rehab
- Visceral manipulation
- Neural manipulation
- SFMA (Selective Functional Movement Assessment)
Don't let pain limit your life. Our advanced shockwave therapy can help you regain mobility and reduce pain naturally, without invasive procedures or medications.