Joint
Sanuwave Acoustic-Wave (Shockwave) Therapy
Restart repair in tissue that stopped healing.
Sanuwave acoustic-wave therapy stimulates blood flow and collagen remodeling in tendons, joints, and fascia that have plateaued with rest, injections, or therapy alone. It is FDA-cleared, needle-free, and completed right here in our Whitefish office.
Serving Whitefish and the Flathead Valley.
What this program delivers
Benefits
- Stimulates the body's own tissue-repair response
- Non-invasive — no needles, no downtime
- Most patients complete 4–8 sessions
- Backed by FDA-cleared technology
- Pairs well with rehab and decompression
Who this program is for
Conditions we treat
- Chronic knee pain & osteoarthritis
- Shoulder pain & rotator cuff irritation
- Plantar fasciitis & heel pain
- Tendinopathy (Achilles, elbow, hip)
- Patients trying to avoid joint replacement
How It Works
Your shockwave therapy program, step by step.
01
Targeted exam
Dr. Smith identifies the exact tissue driving your pain — tendon, joint capsule, or fascia.
02
Acoustic-wave delivery
Controlled shockwave pulses are applied directly over the injured tissue. Most patients describe it as a strong tapping sensation.
03
Tissue remodeling
New blood vessels form and collagen reorganizes over the weeks following treatment.
04
Integrated rehab
Movement work locks in the mechanical changes so the same flare doesn't return.
What to expect
A clear course of care, measured along the way.
First visit
A targeted exam identifies the exact tissue — tendon, joint capsule, or fascia — driving your pain.
Sessions 1–4
Acoustic-wave treatment over the injured tissue; most patients describe a strong tapping sensation.
Following weeks
Tissue remodeling continues for months after the last session; rehab locks in the change.
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 shockwave therapy is right for you.
Start with a $47 new patient evaluation and we'll tell you honestly whether we can help.