How SoftWave Therapy Works
What is SoftWave
SoftWave is a non-invasive acoustic-wave therapy that delivers acoustic energy to targeted areas of the body. Treatment is designed to support circulation, connective-tissue response, mobility, and recovery without needled or surgery.
What the Research says
SoftWave’s FDA clearance includes activation of connective tissue, temporary increases in local blood circulation, and relief of minor muscle aches and pains.
Some conditions, including plantar fasciitis and certain tendinopathies, are listed separately under Health Canada licensing rather than as specific FDA-cleared indications. That distinction matters, so we state it clearly.
Independent research on extracorporeal shockwave therapy, the broader treatment category SoftWave belongs to, has studied applications across sports medicine injuries, chronic low back pain, and knee osteoarthritis. Systematic reviews have reported improvements in pain and/or function in some studied populations, although results vary by condition, treatment protocol, and study quality.
How Shockwave Therapy works
SoftWave is a form of acoustic-wave therapy within the broader shockwave therapy category. It uses mechanical energy to create targeted tissue responses that may support circulation, mobility, and recovery.
Physical
Acoustic waves deliver mechanical energy into targeted tissue, creating the stimulus that begins the treatment response.
Chemical
That stimulus can activate local cellular and biochemical responses associated with circulation and tissue activity.
Biological
Over time, those responses may support connective-tissue activity, mobility, and the body's recovery process.
What to expect during treatment
Before you commit to a treatment plan, your first visit includes a mapping session. We move the SoftWave device across the general area of concern, and differences in sensation can help identify where treatment should be focused. You’ll experience the process in real time, giving you a better understanding of how SoftWave feels and whether it makes sense to continue before committing to a treatment plan.
Benefits of SoftWave Therapy
✔ Non-invasive, no needles, no downtime, no drugs
✔ FDA-cleared for relief of minor muscle aches and pains
✔ Typical sessions take 15 to 20 minutes
✔ Most clients return to normal activity the same day