Shockwave Therapy in Brooklyn
Multimodal Treatment for Pain & Sports Injuries

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Shockwave therapy is an evidence-based non-invasive regenerative treatment used to stimulate tissue healing, reduce pain sensitivity, and support return to activity.

At Form & Function Chiropractic in Brooklyn, shockwave therapy is delivered as part of a structured multimodal rehabilitation strategy that may include focused shockwave (ESWT), radial shockwave (EPAT), EMTT, laser therapy, and progressive strengthening.

We work with runners, active adults, and athletes throughout Brooklyn, Manhattan, and surrounding neighborhoods who are looking for advanced treatment options for chronic tendon pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles injuries, and overuse conditions.

What Is Shockwave Therapy?

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy uses mechanical acoustic energy to stimulate biological healing responses in injured tissue. These pressure waves influence circulation, cellular signaling, and tissue metabolism, helping the body restart stalled healing processes.

Shockwave therapy is commonly used when symptoms persist despite rest, traditional therapy, or repeated flare-ups during return to activity.Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment delivered outside the body using specialized applicators that transmit acoustic pressure waves through the skin into targeted musculoskeletal tissues.

A medical coupling gel is applied to optimize energy transmission, allowing treatment of deeper structures without injections or surgical intervention.

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy generates high-energy acoustic waves that stimulate mechanotransduction, a biological process in which mechanical forces trigger cellular repair responses.

Clinical research and experience suggest these mechanical signals may help:

  • stimulate angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels)

  • promote collagen production and tendon remodeling

  • recruit progenitor and mesenchymal cells involved in tissue repair

  • improve local circulation and metabolic activity

  • reduce chronic pain sensitivity

How Multimodal Shockwave Treatment Plans Are Structured

Treatment is typically delivered once per week for approximately 6 weeks and is adjusted based on symptom response, tissue adaptation, and functional progression.

Rather than applying a single modality in isolation, care plans are often layered to match the stage of injury and loading tolerance.

Examples of structured progression may include:

This staged regenerative approach helps patients move more comfortably into rehabilitation, return to activity safely, and reduce recurrence risk.

Our Advanced Regenerative Treatments for Chronic Pain and Sports Injuries

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is often incorporated into a broader regenerative strategy that readily includes EMTT, and when clinically indicated—photobiomulation therapy (laser).

  • Focused Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)

    Used to deliver precise high-energy acoustic stimulation to deeper or more chronic tendon and connective tissue injuries. Often recommended for long-standing plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendon pain, and calcific shoulder conditions.

  • Radial shockwave therapy (EPAT)

    Provides broader mechanical stimulation to more superficial soft tissue structures. Frequently used for muscle pain patterns, early-stage overuse injuries, or as part of a progressive regenerative treatment strategy.

    Learn more about Radial Shockwave Therapy →

  • Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy (EMTT)

    Uses high-frequency electromagnetic energy to support cellular metabolism, inflammation modulation, and tissue recovery. Commonly incorporated into multimodal regenerative programs or used as an entry-level treatment option.

    Learn more about EMTT Therapy →

  • Photobiomodulation Therapy (Laser Therapy)

    Laser therapy uses therapeutic light wavelengths to stimulate healing, reduce inflammation, and improve recovery. It is commonly combined with other regenerative treatments as part of a comprehensive care approach

    Learn more about Laser Therapy →

Return-to-Running Strategy and Load Progression

Many running injuries are influenced by stride mechanics, cadence, terrain exposure, and training progression.

When appropriate, biomechanical running gait analysis and individualized return-to-running coaching may be incorporated to help improve load tolerance and reduce reinjury risk.

👉 Explore our running gait analysis and performance coaching services

Frequently Asked Questions About Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (EPAT | ESWT)

  • Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive regenerative treatment that delivers mechanical acoustic energy into injured tissue to stimulate circulation, reduce pain sensitivity, and support cellular repair. Radial shockwave therapy (EPAT) provides broader stimulation to more superficial soft tissue structures, while focused shockwave therapy (ESWT) targets deeper tendon and insertional pathology.

  • Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is commonly used for plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendon pain, tennis elbow, rotator cuff tendinopathy, shin splints, hip pain, and chronic overuse injuries. It is often recommended for runners, active adults, and athletes dealing with persistent tendon or soft tissue pain.

  • Radial shockwave therapy helps support healing by improving local blood flow, reducing pain sensitivity, influencing inflammatory signaling, and stimulating tissue metabolism. It is often used to prepare tissue for progressive loading, strengthening, rehabilitation, and return to activity.

  • Shockwave therapy is commonly performed once per week for approximately 6 weeks. The number of treatments may vary depending on injury severity, tissue depth, symptom irritability, body region treated, and whether other regenerative therapies are included in a multimodal treatment plan.

  • Shockwave therapy typically costs about $150 to $300 and up per session, depending on the number of areas treated and whether additional regenerative modalities are included. A personalized treatment plan is recommended after clinical evaluation.

  • Shockwave therapy can cause mild to moderate discomfort depending on tissue sensitivity, injury chronicity, and treatment intensity.

    Most patients tolerate treatment well, and settings are adjusted to maintain clinical effectiveness while allowing progression through care

  • Yes. Temporary fluctuations in pain or symptoms are normal during a regenerative treatment program with extracorporeal shockwave therapy. Some patients notice improvement after the first session, while others improve more gradually over several weeks as tissue adapts to mechanical stimulation and progressive loading.

    Healing and tissue remodeling may continue after the final treatment session, with ongoing improvements in pain, function, and activity tolerance.

  • Many patients can continue modified running or exercise during extracorporeal shockwave therapy if symptoms are not worsening. Load management, progressive strengthening, and running gait analysis are often used to support safe return to full activity.

  • Shockwave therapy is generally considered safe when performed by a trained clinician. It may be used during pregnancy when the treatment area is not near the abdomen or pelvis. Individual medical history, diagnosis, and treatment region should always be reviewed before care begins.

  • Some patients notice improvement after the first session or within a few weeks. Tissue healing and regeneration often continue for weeks to months after the treatment series as pain decreases, loading tolerance improves, and function returns.

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  • "I had severe heel spur pain that got so bad I could barely walk properly. Dr. Craig my chiropractor recommended SHOCKWAVE THERAPY, and I’m honestly blown away by the results. The pain improved so much that I genuinely don’t even remember which foot was giving me trouble. That’s how effective the treatment was! The care, professionalism, and results were outstanding. I’m beyond grateful and would highly recommend dr. Craig to anyone dealing with foot pain or heel spurs."

    Esther K.

  • "If you have any skepticism about shockwave therapy, feel free to google it. It’s not some quack woo woo therapy, there’s a lot of science out there about how it helps muscles. It basically jump starts the body into creating new (healthy) tissue. It can also decrease pain. It’s fantastic for sports injuries or any kind of chronic pain which you just can’t get rid of! I’ve had a few sessions and the difference it makes is incredible! Craig Patane is very knowledgeable and always happy to answer questions, as well!"

    Dahlia S.

  • "Dr. Craig Patane truly made a difference in my recovery. I was dealing with significant pain in my shoulder, trapezius muscle, and lower back, and nothing seemed to help. Dr. Patane treated me using shockwave therapy and EMTT, and it was the only treatment that gave me real relief. His approach was thorough, knowledgeable, and focused on actually addressing the source of my pain rather than just masking it. I am incredibly grateful for his care and highly recommend him to anyone struggling with chronic or acute pain."

    Marisa K.

Start Your Recovery with Advanced Shockwave Therapy in Brooklyn

If you are dealing with persistent tendon pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles symptoms, or a sports-related overuse injury, extracorporeal shockwave therapy may help stimulate healing and improve load tolerance.

At Form & Function Chiropractic, shockwave therapy is delivered as part of a structured multimodal regenerative treatment approach that may include focused shockwave (ESWT), radial shockwave (EPAT), EMTT, laser therapy, Functional Range Conditioning, and running gait analysis.

We work with active adults and athletes from Brooklyn, Manhattan, and surrounding neighborhoods who are looking for advanced non-invasive treatment options.

Schedule a clinical evaluation to determine whether Focused Shockwave Therapy is appropriate for your condition and to receive a personalized regenerative treatment plan.

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