The ABC of shockwaves

Shockwaves – facts and features
Shockwaves are audible high-energy sound waves. They occur in the atmosphere, for example during lightning strikes, or when aeroplanes break through the sound barrier.

In the medical world, shockwaves have been employed since around 1980 to disintegrate kidney stones, for instance. In modern pain therapy, shockwave energy is conducted from the place of its generation – the shock wave generator – to the painful body regions, where it unfolds its healing capacities.

How do shockwaves work?
Shockwaves accelerate the healing process by activating the body’s self-healing powers. They stimulate the metabolism and enhance the blood circulation. Damaged tissue gradually regenerates and eventually heals.