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How does it work?
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that delivers acoustic waves into the tissue causing biochemical changes that can positively impact pain and tissue repair.1 Chattanooga’s shockwave therapy portfolio includes a focused extracorporeal shockwave system and radial pressure wave (RPW) devices, allowing clinicians to select the appropriate technology based on clinical goals and patient presentation.
As the name suggests, focused shockwave systems focus the acoustic waves through a lens which allows for targeted applications and for deeper tissue to be reached, up to 12.5 cm. Radial pressure wave systems work by transmitting acoustic waves at the skin surface which then travel radially into adjacent tissue. Radial pressure wave devices can treat larger areas and reach depths up to 6 cm depending on the device settings. Both types of devices are used by many clinicians within conservative rehabilitation programs.
Chattanooga offers a complete portfolio of shockwave therapy devices, including:
- Intelect® Focus Shockwave
- Intelect® RPW 2
- Intelect® Mobile 2 RPW
Each system is designed for specific clinical applications and practice environments.
Shockwave Therapy
Can address pain and tissue repair associated with
- Heel Pain / Plantar Fasciitis
- Achilles Tendinopathy
- Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
- Rotator Cuff Calcific Tendinitis
- Myofascial Trigger Points 2-7
This treatment is a non-invasive and non-pharmacological alternative for pain relief.
Testimonials
The Chattanooga equipment has revolutionized our physical therapy practice. The results we're seeing with our patients are remarkable, and the technology is incredibly user-friendly.
The Chattanooga equipment has revolutionized our physical therapy practice. The results we're seeing with our patients are remarkable, and the technology is incredibly user-friendly.
The Chattanooga equipment has revolutionized our physical therapy practice. The results we're seeing with our patients are remarkable, and the technology is incredibly user-friendly.
The Chattanooga equipment has revolutionized our physical therapy practice. The results we're seeing with our patients are remarkable, and the technology is incredibly user-friendly.
The Chattanooga equipment has revolutionized our physical therapy practice. The results we're seeing with our patients are remarkable, and the technology is incredibly user-friendly.
Benefits
Pain Modulation
Research suggests that shockwave therapy can reduce pain through a variety of mechanisms that surround the gate-control theory of pain transmission. These include: hyperstimulation of nociceptors, altered pain receptor neurotransmission, and by increasing local pain-inhibiting substances.⁸
Tissue Activation
Shockwave therapy transmits acoustic waves into the body initiating the process of mechanotransduction. This is where cells respond to the energy from the waves resulting in biochemical changes that can promote tissue repair.¹
Short Treatments
Depending on the area being treated, shockwave therapy treatment sessions can be completed in 10 minutes or less, and patients may experience results after just 3 treatments.⁹
Delivering the right dose is essential
Chattanooga shockwave therapy devices are utilized across multiple disciplines to complement conservative musculoskeletal care.
- Physical Therapists: Support management of soft tissue and tendon-related conditions.
- Chiropractors: Integrate shockwave modalities into plans of care for back pain.
- Podiatrists: Commonly incorporate shockwave therapy for plantar fasciitis and heel pain conditions.
- Sports Medicine: Utilize portable and clinic-based shockwave systems to help accelerate recovery and keep athletes in the game.
The Lightforce Solution
The Lightforce Solution
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Focused Shockwave Therapy – Intelect® Focus Shockwave
The Intelect® Focus Shockwave is a focused extracorporeal shockwave therapy system designed to deliver precisely targeted acoustic waves at controlled depths.
Indication Use: Intelect® Focus Shockwave is indicated for extracorporeal shock wave treatment of heel pain due to chronic proximal plantar fasciitis for patients aged 18 years and older with a history of failed alternative conservative therapies for at least six months. Chronic proximal plantar fasciitis is defined as traction degeneration of the plantar fascial band at the origin on the medial calcaneal tuberosity that has persisted for six months or more.
Radial Pressure Wave Therapy – Intelect® RPW 2 and Intelect® Mobile 2 RPW
Radial Pressure Wave therapy delivers pneumatic-generated acoustic waves that spread radially over a broader area. These systems are commonly used to help treat various musculoskeletal conditions such as myofascial trigger points and tendinopathies.
Intended Use (Radial Pressure Wave): Intelect® RPW 2 and Intelect® Mobile 2 RPW are intended to be used to help reduce muscle pain and aches, temporarily increase blood flow, and activate connective tissue.
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Shockwave devices are engineered for consistent performance, ergonomic operation, and integration into existing rehabilitation workflows.
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Adjustable settings and treatment parameters allow clinicians to tailor therapy intensity based on tolerance and clinical goals.
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The Intelect® Mobile 2 RPW supports flexible treatment delivery across multiple care environments, such as satellite clinics, athletic facilities, or field settings.
FAQs
Every clinician using a LightForce® therapy laser is encouraged to complete certification training through the American Institute of Medical Laser Applications (AIMLA). LightForce® provides access to this training to every clinical office or athletic training team that becomes a customer. In addition, LightForce® provides onsite installation training from our clinically trained representatives. This secondary training certification accredits clinicians in the operation of the laser device.
The following are contraindications with laser therapy. Do not treat over growth plates in children. Do not treat pregnant patients over the abdominal area or the low back/ pelvic area. Avoid treating around glandular tissue (such as thyroid, testes, ovaries). Do not treat over pacemakers or internal pain pumps. Do not treat patients taking photosensitive medications (such as steroids or antibiotics)
The biggest challenge in photobiomodulation therapy is getting light energy in sufficient quantity to injured tissues. Skin does an excellent job scattering and reflecting most of the light that it is introduced to it. Additionally, melanin absorbs most of the remainder of light into the skin, leaving very little to get transmitted below skin level. When normal white light or sunshine hits the skin, very few photons get past this impressive gate keeper.
The following are contraindications with laser therapy. Do not treat over growth plates in children. Do not treat pregnant patients over the abdominal area or the low back/ pelvic area. Avoid treating around glandular tissue (such as thyroid, testes, ovaries). Do not treat over pacemakers or internal pain pumps. Do not treat patients taking photosensitive medications (such as steroids or antibiotics)
The following are contraindications with laser therapy. Do not treat over growth plates in children. Do not treat pregnant patients over the abdominal area or the low back/ pelvic area. Avoid treating around glandular tissue (such as thyroid, testes, ovaries). Do not treat over pacemakers or internal pain pumps. Do not treat patients taking photosensitive medications (such as steroids or antibiotics)
The following are contraindications with laser therapy. Do not treat over growth plates in children. Do not treat pregnant patients over the abdominal area or the low back/ pelvic area. Avoid treating around glandular tissue (such as thyroid, testes, ovaries). Do not treat over pacemakers or internal pain pumps. Do not treat patients taking photosensitive medications (such as steroids or antibiotics)