Radial shockwave therapy in Smithfield, Utah
Shockwave Therapy for Stubborn Tendon, Fascia, and Soft Tissue Pain
Frankos Chiropractic offers radial shockwave therapy using the Storz Medical Masterpuls One for selected chronic plantar fascia, tendon, and soft tissue problems. If heel pain, tendon pain, shoulder irritation, elbow pain, hip/glute pain, shin pain, or stubborn soft tissue pain keeps coming back, shockwave may be one tool worth discussing after an exam.
Current shockwave special
A practical option for patients who are tired of stubborn soft tissue pain.
Shockwave therapy is often considered when a tendon, fascia, or soft tissue problem has become repetitive or stubborn. The goal is not to chase pain for one visit. The goal is to combine focused treatment with smarter loading, movement, and follow-through.
Radial Shockwave Therapy Special
Frankos Chiropractic offers simple self-pay shockwave options for patients who want a focused plan for selected chronic tendon, fascia, and soft tissue problems.
Pricing and treatment recommendations should be confirmed with the office. Shockwave therapy is not appropriate for every patient or every condition.
What it is
What is radial shockwave therapy?
Radial shockwave therapy uses acoustic pressure waves delivered through a handheld applicator to a targeted area. At Frankos Chiropractic, shockwave is used as part of a conservative care plan for selected stubborn tendon, fascia, and soft tissue problems, not as a miracle treatment or a one-size-fits-all answer.
What patients usually want to know
Shockwave is different from an adjustment, massage, stretching, or electrical stimulation. It is a focused soft tissue treatment tool that may be considered when irritated tissue has not calmed down with basic rest or simple self-care.
- It is applied directly over the selected region.
- It can feel tender or intense during treatment.
- It is usually part of a series.
- It works best when paired with smart activity modification.
What it is not
Shockwave is not a guarantee, not a replacement for a proper exam, and not the right choice for every painful area. Some symptoms need chiropractic care, soft tissue therapy, rehab-style loading, imaging, referral, or a different medical evaluation.
- Not every heel pain case is plantar fasciitis.
- Not every shoulder problem is a tendon problem.
- Not every leg symptom is a shockwave case.
- Red flags and contraindications must be screened first.
Common conditions
Problems shockwave therapy may be considered for.
Shockwave therapy is most often discussed for selected chronic tendon, fascia, and soft tissue problems. Your exam helps decide whether it fits your case.
Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain
Heel pain, arch pain, first-step pain, and stubborn plantar fascia irritation that has not settled with rest alone.
Learn moreAchilles Tendon Pain
Selected Achilles tendon irritation patterns, calf tightness, and activity-related tendon sensitivity.
Learn moreTennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow
Chronic elbow tendon pain from gripping, lifting, sports, tools, work demands, or repetitive use.
Learn moreShoulder Tendon and Rotator Cuff Pain
Selected shoulder tendon irritation patterns, stiffness, lifting pain, and pain with reaching.
Learn moreHip, Glute, and Outer Hip Pain
Selected chronic soft tissue or tendon irritation around the glute, lateral hip, and pelvic region.
Learn moreKnee and Patellar Tendon Pain
Selected knee tendon irritation patterns from running, jumping, squatting, hiking, or training overload.
Learn moreShin, Tibial, and Lower-Leg Pain
Selected chronic lower-leg soft tissue pain for runners, hikers, athletes, and active workers.
Learn moreChronic Muscle and Fascia Pain
Stubborn tissue sensitivity where load, mobility, and repeated irritation keep symptoms coming back.
Learn moreTreatment plan
Shockwave works best when it is part of a plan, not a random add-on.
Stubborn tendon and fascia problems often linger because the tissue keeps getting overloaded. A good plan looks at the painful area and the reasons it keeps getting irritated.
Screen the problem
We review where it hurts, how long it has been there, what has already been tried, and what activities keep irritating it.
Check the tissue and nearby joints
The painful area is assessed along with surrounding mobility, muscle tension, load tolerance, and movement patterns.
Treat the target area
The Storz Masterpuls One radial shockwave applicator is used over the selected tissue region at settings chosen for your case.
Control the load
You get simple guidance on what to modify, what not to overdo, and how to build back activity without repeatedly flaring the tissue.
Repeat and reassess
Stubborn tendon and fascia problems usually need a series of visits rather than one isolated treatment.
Best-fit patients
Who may be a good candidate for shockwave therapy?
Shockwave therapy is usually a better conversation when the problem is stubborn, localized, repetitive, tendon-like, fascia-like, or soft-tissue related and when the patient is ready to follow a plan.
Better-fit cases
- Symptoms have been present for weeks or months.
- Pain is localized to a tendon, fascia, or soft tissue region.
- Rest alone has not solved the problem.
- The same activity keeps flaring the area.
- You are willing to modify activity while the tissue calms down.
May not be the first step
- Severe trauma, fracture concern, infection, or red flags.
- Nerve symptoms that need a different workup.
- Open wounds or skin problems over the treatment area.
- Medical conditions or medications that make shockwave a poor fit.
- Expecting one visit to instantly fix a chronic problem.
Aftercare
What to do after shockwave therapy.
Your exact instructions depend on the area treated and your exam findings. In general, the goal is to let the treated tissue respond without immediately overloading it again.
Do not “test it” hard
Avoid immediately sprinting, heavy lifting, long hikes, hard court sports, or aggressive loading just to see if it worked.
Keep movement reasonable
Light daily movement is often fine, but the painful activity may need to be modified while the tissue settles.
Follow the plan
Chronic tissue problems usually need repeat sessions, load changes, mobility work, and gradual return to activity.
Related care
Shockwave may be combined with other conservative care.
Depending on the problem, your plan may include chiropractic care, soft tissue therapy, IASTM, cupping, stretching, strengthening, footwear advice, activity modification, or referral when needed.
Chiropractic Care
Joint motion, movement assessment, and conservative spine/extremity care when appropriate.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Muscle and fascia work for guarding, tenderness, tightness, and movement restriction.
Plantar Fasciitis Care
Heel pain, arch pain, foot loading, calf mobility, and plantar fascia care strategies.
Sports Injury Care
Running, hiking, golf, lifting, training soreness, and return-to-activity planning.
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder stiffness, tendon irritation patterns, upper back involvement, and mobility loss.
Conditions Hub
Explore the pain and mobility problems evaluated at Frankos Chiropractic.
Local service area
Shockwave therapy near Logan, Smithfield, and Cache Valley.
Frankos Chiropractic is located at 115 N Main St in Smithfield, Utah. Patients visit from Logan, North Logan, Hyde Park, Richmond, Lewiston, Providence, Hyrum, Nibley, Wellsville, Preston, Franklin, and nearby communities for shockwave therapy and other conservative care options.
Frequently asked questions
Shockwave therapy questions before you schedule.
These answers are educational and do not replace an exam. Your actual care plan depends on your history, findings, goals, and whether shockwave therapy is appropriate.
What is radial shockwave therapy?
Radial shockwave therapy uses acoustic pressure waves delivered through a handheld applicator to a selected soft tissue, tendon, or fascia region. At Frankos Chiropractic, it is used as part of an exam-based plan, not as a cure-all.
What machine do you use?
Frankos Chiropractic uses the Storz Medical Masterpuls One for radial shockwave therapy.
How many visits do I need?
Many stubborn tendon and fascia problems are treated as a series. The recommended number depends on the condition, how long symptoms have been present, tissue sensitivity, activity demands, and response to care.
Does shockwave therapy hurt?
It can feel tender, intense, or uncomfortable over irritated tissue. Settings can often be adjusted, and you should tell the doctor if the intensity is too much.
Is shockwave therapy good for plantar fasciitis?
It may be considered for selected stubborn plantar fascia and heel pain cases, especially when symptoms have not responded well to rest, stretching, footwear changes, or basic care.
Can shockwave help shoulder pain or frozen shoulder?
It may be discussed for selected shoulder tendon or soft tissue irritation patterns, but not every frozen shoulder case is a shockwave case. Shoulder stiffness needs a careful exam and a plan that may include mobility work, soft tissue care, home care, or referral.
Can I stay active during treatment?
Often yes, but activity usually needs to be modified. The goal is to avoid testing the painful tissue hard right after treatment or repeatedly overloading the area between visits.
Should I use ice or heat after treatment?
Follow the doctor’s instructions for your case. Many patients are told to keep activity moderate, avoid aggressive loading, and use comfort measures as recommended rather than trying to force progress.
Is shockwave covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan and by service. Ask the office before scheduling if you plan to use insurance. Self-pay shockwave options are available.
Who should not get shockwave therapy?
Shockwave may not be appropriate over certain medical conditions, open wounds, infection, some vascular or nerve concerns, certain implanted devices, clotting problems, pregnancy over the treatment area, or areas where another diagnosis needs to be ruled out first. The visit includes screening for fit and safety.
Schedule at Frankos Chiropractic
Ready to see if shockwave therapy fits your case?
Book online or call the Smithfield office. If you are a new patient, complete intake forms before your visit when possible. If you are unsure whether shockwave is the right visit type, call first.
Frankos Chiropractic • 115 N Main St, Smithfield, UT 84335 • One Smithfield office serving Cache Valley