Focused Shock Wave Therapy – FSWT-1 session

Focused Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (FSWT) is a non-invasive treatment method based on the application of high-energy acoustic waves to affected tissues. The therapy helps reduce pain, stimulates tissue regeneration, improves blood circulation, and activates the body's natural healing processes.

Focused shock waves allow precise targeting of deep anatomical structures, making the method effective in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.

Indications

• plantar fasciitis (heel spur);
• tendinopathies (Achilles tendon, patellar tendon, rotator cuff, etc.);
• epicondylitis ("tennis elbow", "golfer's elbow");
• calcific tendinitis;
• chronic pain in the shoulder, elbow, knee, or hip;
• myofascial pain syndromes;
• delayed fracture healing (as recommended by a physician);
• sports injuries and chronic overuse injuries;
• other conditions as recommended by a physician.

Procedure / Duration

Before the procedure, the physician identifies the treatment area. A special contact gel is applied to the skin, after which the applicator is positioned over the targeted area.

During the procedure, the patient may feel rhythmic shock wave impulses of varying intensity. If necessary, the physician may adjust the treatment parameters to achieve the optimal therapeutic effect.

A single treatment session lasts approximately 15–30 minutes.

Limitations

The procedure is not performed in the following situations:

• pregnancy;
• bleeding disorders or anticoagulant therapy (as determined by the physician);
• acute infectious diseases;
• malignant tumors in the treatment area;
• presence of a cardiac pacemaker (when treating the corresponding area);
• acute thrombosis;
• treatment over bone growth plates in children;
• open wounds or pronounced inflammatory processes in the treatment area.

Advantages

• non-invasive treatment method;
• no surgical intervention;
• pain reduction and improved tissue function;
• stimulation of natural regenerative processes;
• precise targeting of deep tissues;
• short treatment duration;
• no prolonged recovery period;
• can be combined with other treatment and rehabilitation methods.