Soft wave therapy for joint pain

Wonder if there is any research to back up their claims!?

I have not heard about this service but would try anything to get some relief from muscle and nerve pain. I have been in PT twice this year for a hip and for a knee. My muscles spasm badly - that is were it starts.

There are only testimonials. It's only been FDA approved for about 8 months according to the chiropractor...no long term evidence..

Research is limited and the most positive reports come from musculoskeletal ailments like tendinitis and relief of muscle spasms. Here is what Mayo Clinic has to say :
https://www.mayoclinic.org/medical-professionals/physical-medicine-rehabilitation/news/the-evolving-use-of-extracorporeal-shock-wave-therapy-in-managing-musculoskeletal-and-neurological-diagnoses/mac-20527246
There are many cautions about where on the body it is used, and possible serious side effects un some cases. Even though "home use" units are being sold, proper training is required. Most insurance does not cover, but you may use HSA or FSA funds to pay for it.

Hello @koleke. It is good to question a treatment course when someone offers a trial and then request a large some of money to continue treatment.

Although this discussion is in the neuropathy support group, you may find it helpful members discuss the same treatment, "Shockwave or Softwave Therapy for Neuropathy Pain?" - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/neuropathy-treatment/

@sueinmn shared a helpful article from the Pain & Rehabilitation Clinic at Mayo Clinic, did you get a chance to look through it @koleke? Is this a treatment you have discussed with your provider?

I’ve never heard of this treatment but I know that medical grade red light therapy has helped me with my shoulder and osteoarthritis pain. I’ve also heard stories of clients using it in their injured joints and they couldn’t believe the difference in just one session. There’s many red light therapies being offered and they can be spendy also so make sure your getting the right kind of red light therapy. Plus it’s good for you.
Check out this article.
https://www.rehabmart.com/post/red-light-therapy-devices-fda-approved/

Here’s another article about medical grade red light therapy. Good luck!
https://heliotherapy-institute.com/medical-grade-red-light-therapy-devices/

I have been using Shockwave for Myofascial BUt yes, This can be very helpful for pain. I am also buyin a PEMF for home use as I have a lot of damage from a misdiagnosis

Much more peer reviewed research in PUBMED. There are no serious side effects , only muscle pain the next day which goes away. I have used both radial and focused shockwave

Tons of peer reviwed evidence in PUBMED. I have used radial and focused shockwave for myofascial pain the in traps