Softwave OrthoGold100™
Electrohydraulic Broadly Focused Shockwave

Flow is excited to now offer shockwave technology to our community!

 

Shockwave technology has the ability to stimulate the body’s healing response. With increased blood supply, modulation of inflammation, and accelerated wound healing, the time it takes to recover may be reduced. Shockwave can reduce chronic and acute pain, repair, remodel and regenerate tissue.

Common Pelvic Conditions

Erectile Dysfunction
Pelvic Pain
Penile Pain
PGAD
Rectal Pain
Sacroiliac/SIJ Pain
Tailbone Pain
Testicular Pain
Vulvodynia/vestibulodynia

Other Conditions Treated

Plantar Fasciitis
Arthritis/Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Neck Pain
Musculoskeletal Pain
Tendonitis
Non-healing Wounds
Sciatica

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy: Research supports that ESWT promotes healing by promoting an anti-inflammatory environment and by angiogenesis or the forming of new blood vessels. More details on the research and technology of the device we are using can be accessed at the developer’s website: https://softwavetrt.com

Therapists providing ESWT at Flow Rehab have received continuing education about shockwave and have taken specific training on this device.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does it work?

An electron inside a dome of water sends short, frequent, and high intensity bursts of mechanical energy creating soundwaves through the affected tissue, resulting in an increase in blood flow and decrease in inflammation.

What does it feel like?

Over an area without inflammation, it feels like a rubber band snapping on your skin. Over a "hot spot", patients report a deeper discomfort, often replicating the discomfort for which they are being treated. 

Does it cause tissue damage?

Some forms of shockwave aim to cause micro trauma to the tissue so that the body’s healing response kicks in. This Software device does not cause micro injury and instead helps the body to engage its own healing mechanisms of improving the blood supply and activating connective tissue.

How long does it take?/ How many sessions?

A treatment lasts 5-15 minutes depending on the number of shocks. Some patients notice a dramatic improvement after 3-4 sessions, while more chronic issues may require 6-10 sessions of shockwave to note significant changes in symptoms.

How much does it cost?

1,500 shocks costs $150, each additional 500 shocks are $50. We tend to see patients respond best when combined with physical therapy. A combined shockwave+PT session would be $300.

Is it covered by insurance?

Shockwave is currently not covered under most insurance plans; we can provide a superbill for you to submit if desired.