Shockwave therapy may be associated with a slight feeling of pressure or tingling on the skin, but it should not usually be painful. However, the intensity of the treatment can be customized to ensure your comfort.

A shock wave session usually lasts between 20 and 40 minutes, depending on the area of the body being treated and the individual treatment plan.

For optimal results, 5 to 10 treatment sessions are usually recommended, performed one week apart. However, the number of treatments needed may vary depending on the individual situation.

As a rule, the side effects of shock wave therapy are minor. You may experience temporary redness, mild swelling or a slight tingling sensation, but these usually subside quickly. Talk to your doctor about possible risks and side effects associated with your specific treatment.

Shockwave therapy helps to improve the appearance of cellulite and tighten the tissues. To achieve long-term results, we recommend combining shockwave therapy with a healthy lifestyle, balanced diet and regular physical activity.

Shockwave therapy is safe and suitable for most. Avoid during pregnancy. If there is inflammation or infection of the treated area, postpone treatment. People with blood clotting disorders or on blood thinning medications should be careful to avoid bleeding or hematoma. Avoid tumors and cancers. Avoid if you have severe cardiovascular disease such as heart failure, arrhythmia or arterial occlusive disease. Also, do not perform shock wave therapy in epilepsy or multiple sclerosis.

Shock Wave Therapy (SWT) and Radial Shock Wave Therapy (also referred to as AWT, Acoustic Wave Therapy) are two different types of therapies that use shock waves to treat a variety of conditions.

Here are the main differences between SWT and AWT:

SWT: Shock wave therapy involves focused shock waves that are directed in a concentrated manner to the desired treatment area. These shock waves have a high energy and are delivered in short pulses.

AWT: Radial shock wave therapy involves radial shock waves that propagate in waves from a starting point. These shock waves have a lower energy and are delivered continuously.

Areas of application:

SWT: Shockwave therapy is widely used to treat muscle and tendon disorders such as tendonitis, musculoskeletal pain, heel spurs and tennis elbow. It can also be used to reduce cellulite.

AWT: Radial Shock Wave Therapy is primarily used to treat musculoskeletal pain, such as muscle tension, trigger points, and myofascial syndromes.

Treatment intensity:

SWT: Shockwave therapy is often perceived as more intense because it uses higher energies and produces focused shockwaves. This can lead to a targeted and deeper effect in the tissue layers.

AWT: Radial shock wave therapy is usually perceived as less intense because it uses lower energies and the shock waves are radially emitted. This results in a more extensive treatment of the tissue.