Mark III Clinical Radial Shockwave

Advanced Acoustic Wave Therapy in Cottonwood Heights, UT

Are you looking for a natural, drug-free way to address pain or support healthier-looking skin? At Canyon Creek Chiropractic, we utilize the state-of-the-art Mark III Clinical Radial Acoustic Wave System to accelerate your body's natural healing processes.


By delivering high-energy sound waves directly into deeper tissue layers, this advanced radial shockwave therapy supports cellular repair without needles, surgery, or downtime. Whether you are seeking shockwave therapy in Cottonwood Heights for an injury or exploring its rejuvenating applications, treatment can be tailored to your specific goals.


1. Chronic Pain Relief & Injury Recovery

When used for physical medicine, acoustic shockwaves penetrate deep into damaged tissues to break down rigid scar tissue, address painful fibrous adhesions, and promote nutrient-rich blood flow to the treatment area.


Conditions Treated:

  • Shoulder & Arm Pain: Rotator cuff tendinitis, frozen shoulder, calcific tendinitis, and tennis or golfer's elbow.
  • Hip & Leg Pain: Chronic hip bursitis, joint capsule inflammation, knee tendinitis, and stubborn Plantar Fasciitis, including heel and foot discomfort associated with irritated plantar fascia tissue.
  • Spine & Back Pain: Deep-seated muscle knots, chronic lower back tension, and neck trigger points.


The Chiropractic Synergy: Chiropractic adjustments  focus on joint alignment, while acoustic wave therapy addresses the surrounding soft tissues, including muscles, ligaments, and tendons. When appropriate, these approaches can work together as part of a comprehensive care plan. Patients may also benefit from physical therapy and rehabilitation based on their individual needs.


2. Anti-Aging & Post-Weight Loss Skin Tightening

The same regenerative sound waves used for injury recovery can also support the structural health and appearance of the skin from the inside out.


Natural Collagen Over Fillers: Acoustic waves activate fibroblasts to support the production of fresh, natural collagen and elastin. This can help improve the appearance of aging tissue by supporting firmness and thickness.


Post-Weight Loss Skin Tightening: Following rapid weight loss through lifestyle changes or medications such as Semaglutide or Tirzepatide, skin may appear deflated. Acoustic wave therapy can be used to target loose skin around areas such as the jawline, under the chin, back of the arms, and abdomen.


Smooths Cellulite: By relaxing rigid fibrous bands beneath the skin, treatment can help improve the appearance of stubborn dimpling on areas such as the thighs and glutes.

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Conditions Treated with Radial Shockwave Therapy

Radial Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (rESWT) is a highly effective, non-invasive treatment option used to reduce pain and stimulate tissue remodeling in patients suffering from chronic gluteal tendinopathy (often categorized under Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome or GTPS). Unlike temporary quick-fixes, radial shockwave therapy uses pneumatically generated acoustic pressure waves to mechanically trigger cellular healing in the degenerated gluteus medius or minimus.


Radial Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (rESWT) is widely considered one of the most effective, clinically proven treatments for chronic, stubborn plantar fasciitis (often categorized as plantar fasciosis). When standard conservative treatments like stretching, orthotics, or rest fail to provide relief after a few months, radial shockwave therapy serves as a powerful, non-invasive alternative to surgery by mechanically restarting the body's natural healing response in the dense connective tissue of the foot's arch.


Radial Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (rESWT) is a highly effective, non-invasive treatment for chronic shoulder conditions, most notably calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff and chronic rotator cuff tendinopathy. In the shoulder, shockwave therapy is utilized to break up painful calcium deposits, stimulate blood flow to poorly vascularized tendons, and alleviate chronic pain that hasn't responded to physical therapy or rest


What to Expect During Advanced Acoustic Wave Therapy

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Step 1: Targeted Evaluation - Your treatment begins with an evaluation of the area you want to address. Whether your goal involves chronic pain, an injury, soft tissue concerns, or skin rejuvenation, the treatment area and approach are determined according to your needs.

Step 2: Personalized Treatment Plan - Based on your goals, our team will develop an appropriate treatment protocol. Pain-related concerns may require a series of sessions, while aesthetic goals such as collagen rebuilding and skin smoothing may require a longer treatment plan.

Physical therapy device massaging an ankle on a treatment table
Shockwave Centers of America therapy machine with touchscreen and cables

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Step 3: Fast, Targeted Treatment - The Mark III Clinical Radial Acoustic Wave System delivers rapid mechanical pulses directly to the selected area. Individual targeted treatments take approximately 5 to 10 minutes, while treatment intensity can be adjusted to keep the experience comfortable and tolerable.

Step 4: Continued Care & Progress - Treatment plans typically involve 3 to 8 brief sessions depending on the goal. Many patients experience a noticeable reduction in pain or a tightening sensation after just 1 or 2 visits, while ongoing treatments support longer-term tissue and collagen changes. When appropriate, massage therapy or other services may complement your care.

Why Choose Us for Advanced Acoustic Wave Therapy?

At Canyon Creek Chiropractic, we use the state-of-the-art Mark III Clinical Radial Acoustic Wave System to provide a non-invasive approach to cellular healing and rejuvenation. The treatment uses high-energy sound waves to reach deeper tissue layers without needles, surgery, or required downtime. For physical medicine, clinical radial shockwave therapy can be used to support recovery from chronic pain, tendon-related concerns, plantar fasciitis, and soft tissue injuries. Its applications also extend to skin tightening, post-weight-loss concerns, collagen support, and cellulite.


For patients experiencing Plantar Fasciitis, acoustic wave therapy may be used as part of a targeted approach to address discomfort and support healing in the tissues surrounding the heel and bottom of the foot. By delivering acoustic waves to the affected area, treatment may help stimulate circulation and tissue response while complementing other conservative care strategies.


Our approach can complement other treatments when appropriate. Chiropractic adjustments can address joint alignment while acoustic wave therapy focuses on surrounding soft tissues, and spinal decompression therapy may be considered as another option depending on your individual concerns. Additional services such as cold laser therapy or red light therapy can also be incorporated into a broader care plan when appropriate.


With brief 5- to 10-minute treatment sessions and protocols generally ranging from 3 to 8 visits, we make advanced acoustic wave therapy a convenient option for patients seeking targeted care.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What does the treatment feel like?

    Sessions typically range from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the treatment area and your customized plan.

  • How many sessions will I need?

    • Pain Conditions (Hip, Shoulder, Foot): Most patients see lasting relief in 3 to 5  brief sessions, spaced one week apart.
    • Anti-Aging & Contouring:  Lasting collagen rebuilding and skin smoothing typically require 6 to 8 sessions.  

  • Is there any downtime or recovery?

    None at all. You can walk straight out of Canyon Creek Chiropractic and immediately   

    return to your normal daily activities, exercise routine, or workday.

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