Most car accident injuries respond well to standard chiropractic care — adjustments, massage, electrical stimulation, and traction. But some injuries are stubborn. Chronic tendon pain, calcified tissue, and deep scar tissue can resist conventional treatment.

For these cases, SPARK Chiropractic offers shockwave therapy — one of the most advanced and effective treatments available for musculoskeletal injuries.

What Is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave therapy (also called Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy or ESWT) uses high-energy acoustic waves to stimulate healing in damaged tissue. The waves are delivered through a handheld device applied to the skin over the injured area.

Despite the name, shockwave therapy does not involve electrical shocks. The "shockwaves" are pressure waves — similar to the sound waves used in ultrasound, but at much higher energy levels.

How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?

The acoustic waves produced by shockwave therapy trigger several healing mechanisms:

Neovascularization — The waves stimulate the formation of new blood vessels in the treated area, dramatically improving circulation and nutrient delivery to injured tissue.

Collagen synthesis — Shockwaves stimulate the production of new collagen, the structural protein that makes up tendons, ligaments, and other connective tissue.

Calcification breakdown — Calcium deposits that form in chronically injured tendons are broken down by the mechanical energy of the waves.

Pain reduction — Shockwaves reduce the concentration of Substance P, a neurotransmitter involved in pain signaling, providing lasting pain relief.

Scar tissue remodeling — The waves break up dense scar tissue and stimulate the formation of healthier, more flexible replacement tissue.

What Car Accident Injuries Does Shockwave Therapy Treat?

Shockwave therapy is particularly effective for:

• Chronic tendinopathy — persistent tendon pain in the shoulder, elbow, knee, or Achilles that has not responded to other treatments
• Plantar fasciitis — heel pain that can develop or worsen after a car accident
• Calcific tendinitis — calcium deposits in the rotator cuff or other tendons
• Myofascial trigger points — stubborn muscle knots that resist massage therapy
• Chronic scar tissue — dense adhesions that restrict movement and cause pain

What to Expect During Treatment

A shockwave therapy session at SPARK Chiropractic typically takes 15 to 20 minutes. The device is applied to the skin over the injured area, and you will feel a series of rapid pressure pulses.

Most patients describe the sensation as a deep tapping or pressure — uncomfortable but tolerable. The intensity is adjusted based on your feedback.

Most patients require 3 to 6 sessions, spaced one week apart. Many notice significant improvement after just 2 to 3 sessions.

Is Shockwave Therapy Covered by PIP?

Shockwave therapy is a covered service under Florida PIP insurance when it is medically necessary for the treatment of car accident injuries. At SPARK Chiropractic, we bill your PIP insurance directly.

For cash-pay patients, shockwave therapy is available for $75 per session.

Ready to Try Shockwave Therapy?

If you have a stubborn car accident injury that has not responded to other treatments, shockwave therapy may be the solution. Call SPARK Chiropractic at (786) 558-4601 for a consultation. We are at 8801 Biscayne Blvd, North Miami, FL 33138.