OrthoMD — Fort Lee, NJ
2175 Lemoine Ave, Ste 401A, Fort Lee, NJ 07024| Day | Office hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Shockwave Therapy for Pain with Andrew Yang, MD
Radial shockwave therapy (Zimmer enPuls 2.0) is a non-surgical, needle-free treatment for sore muscles and tendons. It is a self-pay service, and results vary.
Available at OrthoMD in Fort Lee, NJ and Bayside, NY.
English and Korean; Spanish interpreter available
What it is
A hand-held device that sends short, gentle pulses of pressure through your skin to treat sore muscles and tendons. It is non-surgical, uses no needles, and most people need no numbing medicine.
How it works
A small piece inside the device is pushed forward by a magnet and taps the tip. The pulses reach about 1.5 inches under the skin, so it is meant for problems near the surface. Researchers think the pulses may calm pain signals and encourage healing in irritated tissue, but the exact reasons are not fully known.
What a visit is like
- About 10 to 15 minutes.
- We find the sore spot by pressing and asking where it hurts, then apply gel.
- You will feel tapping and pressure. It can be uncomfortable. We start gently, and you can ask us to stop at any time.
- Back to normal activity afterward. Soreness, redness or mild bruising for a day or two is common.
Conditions it may help, and how often to come
| Condition | What research shows | Usual visits in studies |
|---|---|---|
| Plantar fasciitis (heel pain) | Strongest evidence of the conditions listed | 3, about 1-2 weeks apart |
| Outer hip pain (greater trochanteric pain syndrome) | Moderate evidence; results vary | 3, one week apart |
| Achilles tendon pain | Moderate evidence; helpful for some people, often along with calf exercises | 3, one week apart |
| Tennis elbow | Mixed; one study found no benefit | 3 to 5 |
| Carpal tunnel syndrome | Weak evidence; some benefit in small studies | 3 to 4, one week apart |
| Trigger finger | Limited evidence; small studies, similar to a steroid shot | About 3 or more |
| De Quervain tenosynovitis (thumb-side wrist pain) | Limited evidence; small studies show some benefit | 3 to 5 |
| Tight, knotted muscles (trigger points) | Reasonable but limited evidence | 3 to 8, once or twice a week |
The research is mixed. It helps many people but not everyone. Most people improve over several weeks after the series, not right away.
Who should not have this treatment
Tell us first if you:
- Are or may be pregnant.
- Have a pacemaker or implanted electronic device.
- Have a tumor, infection or open wound in the area.
- Take blood thinners (including aspirin) or bleed easily.
- Have metal plates or screws in the area.
- Had a steroid injection there recently.
- Have poor circulation or nerve problems there.
- Are a child, if over a growth plate.
Possible side effects
Mostly mild and short-lived: pain during treatment, redness, swelling, tiny red dots and bruising. Serious problems are very rare. Tell us if your pain gets worse or you have new numbness, weakness or swelling.
Important to know
The device is listed with the FDA as a therapeutic massager. It has not been cleared by the FDA to treat tendon or joint conditions, so using it for the conditions above is off-label. Insurance usually does not cover shockwave therapy; it is a self-pay service. Results vary, and we cannot promise any result.
Our shockwave therapy plan and pricing
Our plan: 3 treatments, one week apart. Some conditions may need more visits. We will go over this with you after your third treatment.
Pay per visit: $300 per treatment
Prepay all three: $250 per treatment, $750 total
Shockwave therapy is self-pay. Insurance usually does not cover it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where to have shockwave therapy
Shockwave therapy is offered at both of our offices. Call (917) 242-4585 to schedule.
OrthoMD — Bayside, NY
42-21 Francis Lewis Blvd #107, Bayside, NY 11361| Day | Office hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours shown are each office's regular hours. Call to schedule shockwave visits.
General information, not medical advice for your specific condition. Your doctor will talk with you about whether this treatment is right for you.