Shockwave Therapy

High-energy sound waves to stimulate the body's own healing process.

Shock Wave Therapy uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate the body's own healing process. These sound waves stimulate cells and release healing growth factors in the body that reduce inflammation, increase blood flow, accelerate bone formation and enhance wound healing. Shock Wave can be used to treat a variety of conditions including osteoarthritis, tendon/ligament injuries, back pain, shoulder instability, bone fractures and wounds.

This treatment requires no sedation and has been shown to reduce both pain and lameness, resulting in improved mobility. For most conditions, we recommend 1-3 treatments administered every 2-3 weeks. This can help manage chronic pain and improve lameness for an average of 6-12 months. A Shock Wave treatment typically takes less than 5 minutes. The cost of Shock Wave Therapy is $325 for treatment of one joint and $225 for each additional joint. We also offer packages of three treatments that reduces the cost per treatment.

If you have any additional questions about Shock Wave Therapy or are interested in a treatment plan and estimate for your pet’s condition, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 617-469-8400 or rehab@parkwayvethospital.com.