#  How does shockwave therapy work?

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The effects of shock wave therapy have been proven in many scientific studies. In pain therapy, shock waves transfer energy from the place of generation – the shock wave device – to the pain zones in the human body. There they unfold their effect.

The metabolism improves, blood circulation is increased, and damaged tissue can regenerate and heal.

[Read more: Benefits of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) ](https://www.storzmedical.com/index.php?Itemid=5080&lang=us "Benefits of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT)")
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