Shockwave Therapy
Blast Away Chronic Pain and Restart Your Body’s Healing
Break down stubborn scar tissue, eliminate chronic tendinitis, and fast-track your recovery using non-invasive, high-energy Shockwave Therapy (EPAT).
What is EPAT?
Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology (EPAT), sometimes referred to as ESWT or shockwave therapy, is the most advanced and highly effective non-invasive treatment method cleared by the FDA. This proprietary technology is based on a unique set of pressure waves that stimulate the metabolism, enhance blood circulation and accelerate the healing process.
By delivering targeted pressure waves directly into chronically irritated or injured tissues, it safely introduces micro-trauma to the area. This micro-trauma sounds intimidating, but it is actually a vital clinical tool: it instantly restarts your body's stalled healing process, breaks down stubborn calcifications, and triggers a massive surge in local, nutrient-rich blood flow to repair tissue at an accelerated rate.
Are you ready to be pain-free?
Patients, like you, who suffer from acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain now have access to an innovative, non-invasive treatment that will get you feeling better faster.
CuraMedix Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology (EPAT®) is the most advanced non-invasive technology which uses energy based on unique sets of acoustic pressure waves.
EPAT helps to improve the regenerative potential, rather than further damage an area that has degenerated because of poor blood flow, tissue injury, overuse or weakness.
In as few as three weekly five to ten minute sessions, you’ll be able to return to your favorite sport or activity. And there’s no downtime.
Is acute or chronic pain holding you back:
The Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
⚒️ Breaks Down Calcifications
Overuse can cause rough calcium deposits to form inside tendons. Shockwave safely shatters these stubborn blockages, restoring smooth, pain-free movement.
🩸 Floods Tissues with Blood
The acoustic pulses stimulate new blood vessel growth (angiogenesis), bringing a rush of oxygen and healing factors straight to the core of your pain.
⏱️ Shortens Recovery Time
By resetting chronic inflammation and forcing tissues to rebuild, EPAT frequently resolves stubborn injuries that have failed to respond to other treatments.
EPAT: Let’s talk more about the benefits:
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Evidence-based
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Non-invasive
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No anesthesia required
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No risk of infection
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No scarring
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No downtime
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Over 80% patient satisfaction
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Cost effective
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Faster, easier healing
Is Shockwave Therapy Right For You?
Because EPAT penetrates deeply into dense connective tissues and tendons, it is widely recognized as one of the most effective non-surgical options for stubborn overuse injuries. We frequently use it to treat:
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Plantar Fasciitis: Eliminating sharp, severe morning heel pain and chronic foot arch stiffness.
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Achilles Tendinitis: Easing swelling, tightness, and localized pain in the lower calf and heel.
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Patellar Tendinitis (Jumper's Knee): Restoring strength and pain-free loading to the front of the knee.
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Tennis & Golfer’s Elbow: Repairing micro-tears in the forearm tendons caused by repetitive gripping or swinging.
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Shoulder Calcific Tendinitis: Breaking down hard, painful calcium blockages inside the rotator cuff tendons.
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Chronic Shin Splints: Calming deep, structural lower leg pain that limits running and jumping.
What to Expect During a Session
See our step-by-step layout allowing you to knowing exactly what happens during the ultrasound therapy session of your appointment.
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FAQs
1 / What disorders can be treated?
Generally, acute or chronic musculoskeletal pain and/or pain that significantly impairs mobility or quality of life including:
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Foot and ankle
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Lower extremity
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Upper extremity
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Back and chest
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Shoulder
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Neck
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Myofascial trigger points
2 / What are the expected results?
Some patients report immediate pain relief after the treatment, although it can take up to four weeks for pain relief to begin. The procedure eliminates pain and restores full mobility, thus improving your quality of life. Over 80% of patients treated report to be pain free and/or have significant pain reduction.
3 / Is it safe?
Yes. This FDA cleared technology was developed in Europe and is currently used around the globe. A wealth of medical experience, state-of-the-art engineering and optimal quality have been built into each EPAT device, and extensive clinical studies and tests have confirmed its safety and efficacy.
4 / What is the duration of the treatment and how many treatments will I need?
Treatment sessions take approximately 5-10 minutes depending on the disorder to be treated. Generally, at least 3 treatment sessions are necessary at weekly intervals.
5 / What are the possible side effects or complications?
The non-invasive EPAT treatment has virtually no risks or side effects. In some cases, patients may experience some minor discomfort which may continue for a few days. It is normal to have some residual pain after intense exercise or a full day of work.
6 / What if I have a special health condition?
The safety and effectiveness of the EPAT procedure has not been determined on people with the following health conditions. Your doctor will provide you with information about how these and other conditions might affect the determination to perform the EPAT procedures.
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Malignancies
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DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis)
7 / How is the treatment performed?
Coupling gel is applied to the treatment area of interest to enhance effectiveness. After these preparations, EPAT pressure waves are released via the applicator moved over the area of interest in a circular motion.
8 / Why consider non-invasive EPAT?
EPAT has a proven success rate that is equal to or greater than that of traditional treatment methods (including surgery) and without the risks, complications and lengthy recovery time.
EPAT is:
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Performed in your physician’s office/ clinic
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Does not require anesthesia
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Requires a minimal amount of time
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Bear weight (i.e. walk) immediately,
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Return to work/normal activities within 24-48 hours
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Resume strenuous activities after 4 weeks.
Ready to Finally Put an End to Your Chronic Pain? | Franklin, MA
You don't have to just live with a stubborn injury that won't go away. Our expert physical therapy team will customize a recovery plan featuring advanced Shockwave Therapy (EPAT) to break through your pain barriers and restore your active lifestyle.