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Published June 1st, 2025 by Dr. Tim Ciolkosz

Post Treatment Info:

Here are a few key steps to maximize your results following your SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Therapy (ESWT) treatment:

Your treatment targeted an area where you were experiencing pain, identified by areas of tenderness or discomfort in response to the softwaves. These sound waves, produced electro-hydraulically and moving at 3,355 miles per hour, create a cellular-level impact that breaks down scar tissue and relieves oxidative stress around cell membranes. This effect prompts your body to respond as if there were a new injury, without causing any actual tissue damage, and helps activate your body’s natural healing response by reducing inflammation and pain at the treatment site.

A key benefit of this treatment is that research shows it can stimulate your body’s own stem cells within 45 minutes. These stem cells, along with other healing cells, act as repair agents, helping reset and regenerate tissues over the next few weeks. With each treatment, this process is enhanced:

After your treatments: You may notice a 60-75% reduction in pain. Maximum stem cell activity typically continues for 8-12 weeks, promoting ongoing healing.


What to Expect Post-Treatment

1. Immediate effects (within the first 24-48 hours): You may experience noticeable pain relief, reduced swelling, and improved range of motion and circulation.

2. Ongoing healing: Your body will continue healing over the next 8-12 weeks as stem cells continue to migrate and repair the affected tissue. This is when you can expect the most substantial benefits.

3. Important care instructions:

  • Avoid icing or taking anti-inflammatory medications like Advil or Ibuprofen, as these may interfere with the healing process.
  • Take it easy for the next 2-3 days. While you might feel ready for physical activity, avoid any intense exercise to let your body focus on recovery.

  • Contact Information

    Integrative Physical Health
    Pike Creek Sports Medicine Building
    3105 Limestone Road, Suite 303
    Wilmington, DE 19808
    Phone: 302-510-6780
    Website: 
    https://integrativephysicalhealth.com


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