Shockwave Centers of America maintains an online collection of educational videos covering shockwave therapy fundamentals, equipment operation, patient care procedures, and treatment applications for a range of musculoskeletal conditions. The video library organizes its content into seven sections covering introductions to shockwave therapy, practice integration, equipment information, patient care, marketing, troubleshooting and maintenance, and head-to-toe treatment protocols.
The introductory videos cover the history of shockwave therapy, biological responses associated with treatment, and the concepts behind the shockwave continuum. These resources provide background information for practitioners learning about the modality and its use in clinical settings. Additional videos discuss different types of shockwave devices and explain foundational concepts for those new to the treatment approach.
Equipment-related content addresses the setup, operation, and maintenance of the Mark III and Mark V units. The library includes walkthroughs of head attachments, handle anatomy, device setup, and recommended operating practices. Other videos demonstrate procedures such as cleaning treatment tips, changing bullets, replacing pistons, untwisting and dismantling tips, and troubleshooting equipment problems. These demonstrations give viewers visual references for routine equipment-related tasks.
Patient care is another major topic throughout the collection. Videos cover patient preparation, aftercare, pricing and treatment packages, the first visit experience, and examples of day one visits and day two reports of findings. The content also addresses trial visits and ways to explain shockwave therapy to patients. Together, these subjects outline the steps practitioners may consider when introducing a treatment option, discussing the process with patients, and planning follow-up visits.
The treatment protocol section includes examples involving the plantar fascia, knee, rotator cuff and shoulder, iliotibial bands, mid-back trigger points, quadratus lumborum and lower-back trigger points, Morton’s neuroma, sciatic-related concerns, foot and soleus neuropathy, Osgood-Schlatter disease and growth plates, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) concerns. Other videos address cellulite treatment and examples of treatment areas. The range of subjects gives viewers access to demonstrations organized around specific anatomical areas and conditions.
Shockwave Centers of America also provides information about the proposed biological mechanisms associated with shockwave therapy. The company describes the treatment as using mechanical energy to stimulate a response in targeted soft tissue. Its explanation discusses a potential local inflammatory response, the release of biochemical signals, and processes associated with tissue repair and the formation of small blood vessels. The company also describes the use of energy pulses in relation to cells involved in bone and connective tissue repair. These explanations describe the proposed mechanisms of treatment; the extent of clinical benefit may vary according to the condition, treatment parameters, available evidence, and individual patient factors.
The treatment procedure described on the company website involves applying ultrasound gel to the targeted area before using an applicator to deliver ballistic waves generated by compressed-air impulses. The practitioner moves the applicator slowly in a circular motion over the treatment area. According to the company's treatment information, patients may experience some discomfort during a session, and the practitioner can make adjustments to help manage that sensation. Temporary soreness for a day or two afterward is also described and compared with the feeling that can follow strenuous exercise.
Shockwave therapy is described by the company as a non-invasive treatment approach because the applicator is used externally. However, non-invasive does not mean that every treatment is suitable for every patient or that side effects are impossible. Treatment suitability, potential contraindications, and expected benefits should be assessed on an individual basis. Patients should discuss their medical history, possible risks, alternative options, and post-treatment guidance with a qualified healthcare professional. Practitioners should also follow the relevant device instructions and applicable clinical guidance.
David Tucker, Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Shockwave Centers of America and President of TENSnet, which supplies chiropractic equipment, is associated with the company's equipment and training resources. The videos address equipment setup, maintenance, and clinical protocols, providing practitioners with visual references for routine device procedures and treatment examples. The content is intended to supplement practitioner education and support a consistent approach to understanding equipment operation and the steps involved in delivering shockwave therapy.
Dr. Dan Ruitenbeek, Co-Founder of Shockwave Centers of America and owner of Explore Health and Wellness in Marietta, Georgia, is associated with the clinical focus of the company's educational materials. Videos covering patient preparation, aftercare, first visits, and specific treatment areas reflect topics practitioners may encounter when evaluating and addressing chronic soft tissue and tendon conditions. The condition-specific examples also give viewers a way to review how the company presents treatment approaches for different areas of the body.
The company's website includes a separate research and protocols page that links to published research on extracorporeal shockwave therapy. The linked resources include systematic reviews and clinical studies examining conditions such as plantar fasciitis, calcific tendinitis of the shoulder, Achilles tendinopathy, and other musculoskeletal concerns. The research covers different study designs and treatment applications, so findings from one study should not automatically be applied to every condition, device, or treatment protocol.
Shockwave Centers of America also lists reported improvement or relief figures for several conditions on its website. The figures include 84 percent improvement for plantar fasciitis, 91 percent improvement for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder, 77 percent improvement for tennis elbow, 76 percent improvement for Achilles tendinopathy, 95 percent relief for myofascial trigger points, 76 percent improvement for patellar tendinitis, and 85 percent improvement for hamstring injuries. These figures are presented as company-reported statistics, rather than a prediction of an individual patient's outcome.
The company website does not directly associate each percentage with a specific study, patient sample, treatment protocol, or definition of improvement on its video page. The figures should therefore be interpreted alongside the underlying research rather than as universal success rates. Clinical findings can differ based on the patient population, condition being treated, device and treatment parameters, comparison group, and outcome measure used. The availability of research links offers additional material for readers who want to review the evidence behind shockwave therapy and its use for particular conditions.
Other conditions identified in the company's treatment information include Achilles tendinopathy, jumper's knee or patellar tendinitis, hamstring muscle injuries, bursitis, calcific rotator cuff tendinitis, shoulder pain, heel spurs, and shin splints. The website also discusses additional soft tissue concerns. These listings describe conditions addressed in the company's educational and treatment materials; they do not establish that shockwave therapy is appropriate or effective for every patient with a particular diagnosis.
The educational video collection supports the company's wider training resources for clinics that use or are evaluating shockwave therapy. SCOA states that its practitioners receive training and that the video materials supplement this education with demonstrations of equipment setup, treatment procedures, and patient interactions. Videos about the first visit and day two report of findings provide visual examples of assessment and follow-up within a clinical setting. Practitioners can use these resources alongside appropriate clinical judgment, device guidance, and patient-specific assessment.
The library also includes videos on adding shockwave therapy to a practice, explaining the modality to patients, marketing overviews, trial visits, and practice integration. This material addresses operational and communication topics in addition to equipment maintenance and treatment demonstrations. By bringing these subjects together, the collection serves as a reference for practitioners interested in learning more about the modality, understanding the equipment, and reviewing examples of its application in chiropractic and wellness practices.
Shockwave Centers of America provides information and resources related to shockwave therapy equipment, practitioner education, and musculoskeletal treatment applications. Its online video library brings together introductory lessons, equipment walkthroughs, patient care information, troubleshooting guidance, and condition-specific demonstrations. The company presents these resources as support for clinics using shockwave therapy, while its separate research directory gives readers access to additional published material on the treatment. The videos and research resources can help practitioners explore the modality, with treatment decisions remaining dependent on clinical evidence, device instructions, professional judgment, and individual patient circumstances.
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For more information about Shockwave Centers of America™, contact the company here:
Shockwave Centers of America™
David Tucker: Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Shockwave Centers of America
561-300-3444
info@shockwavecenters.com
4880 Lower Roswell Road Suite 20
Marietta, GA, 30068
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