GAINSWave® Shockwave Therapy Recovery
GAINSWave® Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment we use to help support recovery from persistent muscle, tendon and joint pain. The treatment uses targeted acoustic pressure waves to stimulate circulation and the body’s natural healing response in injured or irritated tissue.
This can be especially helpful for individuals dealing with injuries or conditions that have been slow to heal or continue to cause pain despite rest or rehabilitation. GAINSWave® Shockwave Therapy may be used for conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles and other tendinopathies, tennis or golfer’s elbow, patellar tendon pain, chronic shoulder or knee pain, muscle strains and other persistent soft-tissue conditions.
At Inspired Physical Therapy, Shockwave Therapy is another tool we can incorporate into an individualized rehabilitation program to help you reduce pain, restore function and get back to the activities you love.
What to Expect
GAINSWave® Shockwave Therapy is performed right in our office and requires no needles, injections or anesthesia. During treatment, your physical therapist applies gel to the targeted area and uses a handheld applicator to deliver acoustic pressure waves into the tissue.
Most patients describe the sensation as a firm or rapid tapping, which may feel more intense over the most sensitive area. Your therapist can adjust the intensity throughout the treatment based on your comfort.
A typical session takes just 10–20 minutes with no downtime. A full treatment plan commonly includes 3–6 sessions spaced approximately one week apart, although your therapist will determine what is appropriate for your specific condition and recovery goals.
Real Recovery. Real Results.
“After the very first treatment, I finally had a good night’s sleep, I’m still blown away.”
— Laura Mitchell, GAINSWave® for Recovery patient
Could GAINSWave® Shockwave Therapy be right for you?
Talk with your Inspired physical therapist or schedule an evaluation to learn whether Shockwave Therapy could be incorporated into your recovery plan.
