Focused & Radial Shockwave
VAST Chiropractic, Inc. offers focused and radial shockwave therapy — a non-invasive treatment using acoustic pressure waves to support the body's natural healing response in tissue that hasn't responded to rest or conservative care. Shockwave therapy is ideal for chronic tendon and soft tissue conditions that have plateaued with other treatment.
What is Shockwave?
Shockwave therapy delivers acoustic pressure waves through the skin into a targeted area of tissue. Radial shockwave applies pressure at the skin's surface and disperses outward, making it well suited for larger muscle groups and more superficial trigger points. Focused shockwave concentrates energy at a specific depth and point, allowing it to reach deeper, more localized structures. Both approaches work on the same underlying principle: mechanical acoustic energy is thought to stimulate local circulation and support the body's own tissue repair processes.
Who shockwave therapy may help
Shockwave therapy is one of the more well-studied non-surgical options for chronic musculoskeletal conditions, including plantar fasciitis, calcifying tendinitis of the shoulder, tennis and golfer's elbow, chronic low back pain and myofascial trigger points, and certain slow-healing bone or tendon injuries. As with any treatment, individual response varies, and evidence of effectiveness is stronger for some conditions than others — we'll talk through whether shockwave is a good fit for your specific situation as part of your evaluation.
What to expect
Sessions are performed in-office and are typically brief. You may feel pressure, tapping, or mild discomfort during treatment, particularly over the area being treated — this is normal and most patients tolerate it well. Chronic conditions typically respond best to a short series of sessions rather than a single visit. Since the treatment works by stimulating a healing response, mild soreness for a day or two afterward is to be expected.
Why choose VAST Chiropractic, Inc.
VAST Chiropractic treats overuse and repetitive movement injuries as our core focus. Shockwave therapy is one option alongside ART, dry needling, and chiropractic manipulation for cases that need additional support to move past a healing plateau — and we build a treatment plan around what your specific injury actually needs rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol.
FAQ
Does shockwave therapy hurt?
Most patients feel pressure and tapping during treatment, and some discomfort directly over the injured area is common, but it's generally well tolerated when used for regenerative soft tissue treatment.
How is focused shockwave different from radial shockwave?
Radial shockwave spreads energy across a wider, more superficial area, while focused shockwave concentrates energy at a specific depth and point for more precise targeting of deeper structures.
How many sessions will I need?
Chronic conditions are typically treated with a short series of sessions spaced roughly a week apart, though this varies by condition and how you respond to initial treatment. Typically, 3-6 treatments are expected and common for focused shockwave, while radial shockwave typically requires 6-12 treatments.
Is shockwave covered by insurance?
Not typically. VAST Chiropractic, Inc. is self-pay with flat-rate pricing, but due to the high cost of the machine and ongoing maintenance, shockwave treatments are often an independent and standalone treatment and/or in-office add-on modality. However, itemized receipts can be provided for possible insurance reimbursement.
VAST Chiropractic, Inc.
633 E 3300 S Suite B
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
801.566.5864
vastchiropractic@gmail.com