About shockwave therapy

These guides explain extracorporeal shockwave therapy in plain language: what it is, how focused and radial treatment differ, what a session involves, which conditions it is used for and how strong the evidence is, who shouldn't have it, and how to choose a practitioner.

They are written from published research and the recommendations of the ISMST, and each lists its sources. Each guide shows whether a clinician has reviewed it and when. They are general information, not advice about your own situation.

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