Joint
Arthritis Care Program
Degenerative joints can still function better.
Cartilage change does not reverse — but pain, stiffness, and swelling often improve substantially when the joint environment changes. This program combines shockwave therapy, mobilization, and strength work for knees, hips, shoulders, hands, and spine.
Serving Whitefish and the Flathead Valley.
What this program delivers
Benefits
- Drug-free alternative to daily NSAIDs
- Targets the joint environment, not just the pain signal
- Backed by FDA-cleared shockwave technology
- Pairs well with chiropractic care and rehab
- Can help patients delay or avoid joint replacement
Who this program is for
Conditions we treat
- Knee, hip, shoulder, hand, or spinal osteoarthritis
- Morning stiffness and weather-sensitive aches
- Daily NSAID dependence to keep moving
- Patients trying to delay or avoid joint replacement
- Arthritis flare after activity
How It Works
Your arthritis care program, step by step.
01
Joint-by-joint exam
Dr. Smith maps which joints are driving the most disability and confirms which ones will respond best.
02
Shockwave & mobilization
Sanuwave shockwave stimulates tissue repair around the joint while gentle mobilization restores motion.
03
Inflammation & strength guidance
Simple, practical guidance to calm the inflammatory cycle, plus strength work to protect the joint.
04
Reassessment & maintenance
Objective re-testing of pain, range, and function — with a short maintenance plan to hold the gains.
What to expect
A clear course of care, measured along the way.
First visit
A joint-by-joint exam maps which joints are driving the most disability.
During care
Shockwave and mobilization change the joint environment while strength work protects it.
Reassessment
Pain, range, and function are objectively re-tested, with a short maintenance plan to hold gains.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Clinical note: This information is educational and does not replace an individual examination or medical diagnosis. Recommendations depend on your history and findings.
Find out whether arthritis care is right for you.
Start with a $47 new patient evaluation and we'll tell you honestly whether we can help.