Cleveland Shockwave Therapy Patient FAQs
What is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to stimulate healing, reduce pain, and activate stem cells.
Why is Modern Chiropractic introducing Shockwave Therapy?
After helping hundreds of patients through chiropractic care, Dr. Petro is excited to offer a solution for chronic pain that hasn’t responded to traditional treatments. Shockwave Therapy provides that next-level option which is safe, drug-free, and backed by scientific research.
How does Shockwave Therapy work?
The treatment delivers sound waves to injured tissue. This breaks down scar tissue, increases circulation, and stimulates stem cells to repair and regenerate. It’s designed to heal at the source, not just mask pain.
What conditions can Shockwave Therapy help?
Plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles tendon pain, rotator cuff injuries, arthritis, carpal tunnel, neuropathy, sciatica, and chronic tendonitis are among the most common. Dr. Petro is introducing Shockwave Therapy to help Cleveland patients with these often chronic issues.
Is Shockwave Therapy safe?
Yes. Shockwave Therapy is FDA-cleared, drug-free, and non-surgical. Around the world it’s trusted by athletes and everyday patients alike.
Will Shockwave Therapy hurt?
Most people describe the treatment as mildly uncomfortable, like quick pulses against the skin. The treatment intensity can be adjusted to your comfort level. Sessions are short and well-tolerated with lasting benefits.
How many sessions are usually needed?
Most patients see improvement in 3–6 visits. Because Shockwave also activates stem cells, healing often continues in the weeks that follow treatment.
How soon will I feel better?
Some patients feel pain relief after the first session, while others improve steadily over several weeks. The key is that results build over time and are designed to last.
What makes Shockwave Therapy different from chiropractic care?
Chiropractic adjustments restore alignment and improve nervous system function. Shockwave Therapy specifically targets chronic soft tissue and joint pain. Together, they give patients a comprehensive path to healing.
Can Shockwave Therapy replace surgery or injections?
For many patients, yes. Instead of covering up symptoms with medication or taking on the risks of surgery, Shockwave encourages natural repair at the source of your pain.
Who is a good candidate for Shockwave Therapy?
Anyone dealing with chronic pain that hasn’t improved with rest or other therapies may be a candidate. Dr. Petro can evaluate your case and let you know if Shockwave is right for you.
Can I do Shockwave Therapy and chiropractic adjustments at the same time?
Yes. In fact, many patients will benefit from combining both. Chiropractic care helps correct alignment, while Shockwave promotes tissue healing . . . making a powerful combination.
What makes Dr. Mark Petro’s clinic unique for Shockwave Therapy in Cleveland?
Patients already know Dr. Petro for his gentle TRT chiropractic adjustments and personalized care. By introducing Shockwave Therapy, he’s expanding treatment possiblities for patients in Fairview Park and across Cleveland. Thus providing a trusted new option for lasting pain relief.