Shockwave Therapy in Chicago

When shockwave therapy can help

Shockwave works best on long-standing pain in tendons and in the places where tendons attach to bone. Common reasons people ask about it:

• Plantar fasciitis and heel pain

• Achilles tendon pain

• Tennis elbow and golfer's elbow

• Shoulder tendon pain

• Pain below the kneecap (patellar tendon)

• Tendon pain on the outside of the hip

• Tight, sore muscles that have not responded to stretching

Shockwave is not used during pregnancy, over open wounds or a recent fracture, or for some people on blood thinners. We check all of this at your first visit.

How shockwave therapy works

We use radial shockwave, which sends strong sound-wave pulses into the sore tissue through a small handheld applicator. You feel a rapid tapping. It can be uncomfortable for a minute, and we set the strength to what you can handle. The pulses are meant to restart the body's repair process in tissue that has stalled. There are no needles, no injections and no downtime, so most people go straight back to work.

Our shockwave process

Assessment. We confirm the pain comes from a tendon or muscle problem that suits shockwave, and find what overloaded it in the first place.

Shockwave sessions. Short sessions once a week, usually for 6 to 8 weeks, depending on the area.

Load the tissue. Graded strength exercises so the tendon gets stronger, not just calmer.

Fix the cause. Adjustments, soft tissue work, and changes to footwear or training when they matter.

Some people notice a change after the first session. For many, the improvement builds over the following weeks.

Cost of shockwave therapy in Chicago

The cost depends on:

• How many sessions your problem needs

• How many areas we treat

• Whether shockwave is part of a full visit or a short add-on

• Whether you book single visits or an 8- or 12-week program

• What your insurance plan covers for the visit

Call (773) 906-4280 and we will give you a clear number before you start.

Shockwave therapy questions

Does shockwave therapy hurt?

It feels like strong, fast tapping. Sore spots can feel uncomfortable during the session, and we turn the strength up or down to match what you can tolerate.

How many sessions will I need?

Most people do best with one session a week for 6 to 8 weeks. The exact number depends on the area and how long it has hurt, and we track your progress at each visit.

Can I keep running or training?

Usually yes, with changes. We adjust your training load so the tendon can heal while you stay active.

Is shockwave the same as ultrasound?

No. Ultrasound uses gentle heat-producing waves. Shockwave delivers much stronger pulses aimed at stalled healing in tendons.

Why choose True Precision Rehab for shockwave

• Every visit is one-on-one with Dr. Parth Sharma, DC.

• Shockwave is paired with strength work and hands-on care, not used on its own.

• Shockwave, dry needling, cupping and adjustments under one roof.

• Open until 8 PM Monday to Friday, and Saturday mornings, at 371 W Ontario St in River North.

• Rated 5.0 from 62 Google reviews.

Tired of a sore heel or elbow that won't quit? Call (773) 906-4280 or book online. Shockwave is part of our sports medicine clinic in Chicago, and we use it often in foot pain treatment for plantar fasciitis.