Shock Wave Therapy in Vancouver

Break Up Scar Tissue, Restore Mobility, and Relieve Chronic Pain – Shock Wave Therapy in Vancouver

If you’ve been living with chronic pain from tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, or other soft tissue injuries that just won’t heal, Shock Wave Therapy may offer the breakthrough you need. At Integrated Spine & Body Centre, Dr. Brad uses focused acoustic waves to stimulate tissue regeneration, improve mobility, and accelerate recovery, all without surgery or downtime.

It’s a clinically validated, non-invasive treatment often used by, chiropractors, physiotherapists and sports medicine clinics for persistent pain that hasn’t responded to rest or manual therapy.

What Is Shock Wave Therapy?

Shock Wave Therapy (also called extracorporeal shock wave therapy or ESWT) uses high-energy acoustic pulses to break up scar tissue, stimulate blood flow, and activate the body’s natural repair mechanisms.

How It Works in Dr. Brad’s Practice

Dr. Brad uses a medical-grade Shock Wave device that delivers rapid, ballistic sound waves directly into the area of concern. These waves penetrate deep into the tissues, disrupting chronic inflammation, increasing circulation, and triggering a healing response.

Each session is personalized based on your condition, tolerance level, and treatment goals. It’s often paired with other modalities like laser therapy or chiropractic care to enhance outcomes.

Conditions Commonly Treated

  • Tendonitis (rotator cuff, Achilles, patellar)

  • Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs

  • Golfer’s elbow / tennis elbow

  • Hip bursitis and gluteal tendinopathy

  • Chronic muscle tension or trigger points

  • Calcific shoulder conditions

  • Shin splints and IT band syndrome

  • Delayed healing in post-injury recovery

  • Support for soft tissue healing after burns or skin trauma (emerging clinical use)

Why Patients Choose This Treatment

  • Non-invasive alternative to surgery or steroid injections

  • Targets chronic, stubborn conditions that don’t resolve with stretching or manual care

  • Encourages tissue regeneration at the cellular level

  • Can provide noticeable relief in 3–6 sessions

  • Minimal side effects and zero downtime

  • Especially helpful for athletes and active individuals needing a faster return to function

What to Expect in a Session

  • Dr. Brad will begin by assessing your range of motion and pinpointing the affected area

  • You’ll be comfortably positioned, and the shock wave handpiece will be applied directly to your skin with a gel interface

  • Each session lasts 10–20 minutes, with a series of rapid impulses that may feel like light tapping or pressure

  • Mild tenderness during or after is normal — most patients resume daily activities immediately

Brad’s Perspective

“Shock Wave Therapy is one of my favorite tools for patients who’ve tried everything else. When tissues are stuck in a holding pattern — inflamed, weak, and scarred — this modality helps reset the body’s natural repair cycle. It’s powerful, efficient, and often gives patients real hope again.”

FAQ or Myths

Is Shock Wave Therapy painful?
Most patients describe the sensation as deep pressure or pulsing. If you’re sensitive, Dr. Brad can adjust the intensity.

How soon will I feel better?
Some experience relief after the first session, but full results usually build over 3–6 visits.

Is it covered by insurance?
Shock Wave Therapy is offered within Dr. Brad’s regulated chiropractic care framework. Coverage may vary — we’re happy to help you verify your plan.

Struggling with Persistent Pain or Slow Recovery?

Shock Wave Therapy may be the breakthrough you’ve been looking for, helping reduce inflammation, support tissue healing, and restore natural movement.