Radial and Focused shockwave therapy for tendon, joint, and muscle pain
Ascend offers two shockwave technologies. Storz Radial Shockwave treats tendon and muscle pain close to the surface. StemWave focused shockwave reaches deeper joints and tendons. Our physician examines the injury and selects the device, or the combination, that fits its location and depth.
Both Therapies are suggested for the following:
Plantar Fasciitis
Achilles Tendonitis
Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s elbow
Shoulder Tendonitis
Rotator cuff tendinopathy
Calcific shoulder tendinitis
Hip and Gluteal tendinopathy
Knee pain
Neck and Upper back trigger points
Chronic low back muscle pain
What is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy delivers short pulses of acoustic energy through the skin into painful or injured tissues. The pulses increase local blood flow, support new collagen formation, reduce pain signaling, an help break down chronic scar tissue and calcium deposits.
It is used for tendon and soft tissue problems that have not improved with rest, stretching, or physical therapy alone. The two devices at Ascend delivery this energy in different ways, which is why we offer both.
Now offering stemwave
Learn more about Stemwave and find out if it’s the right therapy for you
Radial Shockwave Therapy Promotes:
Increased blood flow
Collagen regeneration
Reduced pain signaling
Breakdown of chronic scar tissue
Release of tight muscle fibers
Improved mobility and function
How shockwave therapy Works
Sessions last 8–12 minutes per region
Feels like rhythmic tapping or pulsing
Mild discomfort is expected but always tolerable
No downtime — you can return to normal activities immediately
What to expect during treatment
You may experience mild soreness for
24–48 hours, similar to a workout.
For Best Results:
Avoid NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen)
Stay hydrated
Avoid heavy loading of the treated tendon for 48 hours
Light movement and stretching is encouraged
What to expect after treatment
is Shockwave Therapy safe?
Yes. Radial shockwave therapy is FDA-cleared for musculoskeletal treatment and widely used by PTs, sports medicine physicians, orthopedists, and athletic trainers.
Not recommended for:
Pregnancy (abdomen/back)
Active infection or open wounds
Cancer in the treatment area
Metal hardware directly beneath the area
Bleeding disorders
Recent corticosteroid injection (<6 weeks)
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