Shockwave Therapy

Advanced shockwave technology designed to accelerate healing and restore function.

Princeton Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine uses advanced Chattanooga Radial Shockwave technology as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation approach focused on correcting dysfunction, reducing pain, improving mobility, and supporting long-term recovery.

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State-Of-The-Art Technology

Chattanooga Radial Shockwave System with all 9 transmitter heads.

Princeton PT utilizes the Chattanooga RPW Shockwave System equipped with all 9 transmitter applicators for condition-specific treatment customization.

Targeted Depth Variation Adjustable treatment depth based on anatomy and tissue involvement.

Focused Or Broad Treatment Allows precise treatment customization for each condition.

Condition-Specific Care Application tailored to tissue type, severity, and patient response.

How Shockwave Therapy Works

Clinically proven regenerative treatment at the cellular level.

Stimulates Collagen Production Supports tendon and soft tissue repair.

Promotes Tissue Regeneration Encourages healing and recovery response.

Breaks Down Degenerative Tissue Targets chronic damaged tissue and adhesions.

Improves Blood Flow Enhances circulation and nutrient delivery.

Reduces Pain & Inflammation Supports improved comfort and movement.

Accelerates Recovery Helps stubborn chronic conditions improve faster.

Non-Surgical Recovery Option

Shockwave therapy may help reduce the need for surgery in certain chronic conditions.

Many chronic tendon, soft tissue, and overuse injuries respond well to conservative regenerative treatment when paired with proper rehabilitation. Shockwave therapy is designed to stimulate healing, improve tissue quality, reduce pain, and restore function — potentially helping some patients avoid more invasive procedures.

Supports Natural Healing Encourages regenerative activity within damaged or degenerative tissue.

May Reduce Surgical Consideration Some chronic conditions improve enough with treatment that surgery may no longer be necessary.

Non-Invasive Treatment No incisions, anesthesia, or surgical downtime required.

Targets Chronic Tendon Dysfunction Often used for long-standing tendon pain and tissue degeneration.

Faster Return To Activity Helps many patients continue rehabilitation while avoiding prolonged recovery periods.

Integrated Rehabilitation Approach Combined with mobility work, strengthening, and movement correction for long-term outcomes.

Conditions Commonly Treated

Shockwave therapy can help chronic, stubborn, and overuse conditions.

Hip & Pelvis

TFL pain
IT band syndrome
Gluteal tendinopathy
Piriformis syndrome
Sciatic-related pain

Knee & Lower Extremity

Patellar tendinitis
Quadriceps tendinopathy
Hamstring tendinopathy
Shin splints

Foot & Ankle

Plantar fasciitis
Achilles tendinitis
Chronic tightness
Overuse injuries

Upper Extremity

Tennis elbow
Golfer’s elbow
Biceps tendinitis
Triceps tendinitis
Forearm overuse injuries

Spine & Trunk

Cervical pain
Thoracic pain
Lumbar pain
Myofascial pain syndromes

General Chronic Conditions

Persistent soft tissue dysfunction
Chronic tendinopathies
Long-term pain conditions
Failed conservative care

Shockwave Packages

Treatment packages based on severity and condition duration.

4 Treatments $500

Mild or early-stage conditions such as minor irritation, low-grade overuse injuries, and mild plantar fasciitis.

6 Treatments $690

Moderate conditions including Achilles tendinitis, tennis elbow, IT band syndrome, and patellar tendinitis.

8 Treatments $840

Chronic or persistent tendinopathies, gluteal pain, shoulder pain, and long-standing plantar fasciitis.

10 Treatments $950

Severe or highly resistant conditions with tissue degeneration, chronic dysfunction, or multi-area involvement.

What’s Included

Shockwave therapy is part of a complete rehabilitation strategy.

Exercise Prescription Stretching, strengthening, and progressive loading programs.

Biomechanical Correction Correct movement dysfunction contributing to pain.

Dry Needling (If Appropriate) Integrated based on tissue response and clinical progression.

Progressive Recovery Planning Treatment adjusted to your specific condition and healing response.

Our Philosophy

Shockwave therapy is never used as a stand-alone treatment.

At Princeton Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine, shockwave therapy is integrated into a comprehensive, clinically driven rehabilitation program focused on correcting dysfunction, restoring movement, improving performance, and creating long-term results.

What To Expect

Your recovery plan is customized to your condition and goals.

Initial Evaluation Every patient receives a full movement and tissue assessment before beginning treatment.

Personalized Treatment Plan Shockwave therapy settings and progression are customized to your diagnosis and symptoms.

Integrated Rehabilitation Treatment may include strengthening, mobility work, dry needling, and corrective exercise.

Fast Treatment Sessions Most sessions are quick, efficient, and designed to minimize downtime.

Progressive Recovery Tracking Your therapist monitors response to treatment and adjusts care as healing improves.

Focused On Long-Term Results Our goal is not temporary relief — it’s restoring movement and preventing recurrence.

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