Specialty Treatment
EMS DolorClast®
Shock Wave Therapy
Advanced, non-invasive radial shock wave therapy designed to support
selected tendon injuries, persistent musculoskeletal pain and
soft-tissue conditions.
Understanding the Treatment
What is EMS DolorClast® Shock Wave Therapy?
EMS DolorClast® is an advanced radial shock wave therapy system used
to support the management of selected musculoskeletal injuries and
persistent pain conditions.
Developed by EMS in Switzerland, DolorClast® technology is used by
chiropractors, physiotherapists, sports physicians, podiatrists and
other musculoskeletal practitioners around the world.
Unlike medication or injections, shock wave therapy delivers
controlled acoustic pressure waves into the treatment area. These
waves create mechanical stimulation within the tissue and may
encourage local circulation, tissue remodelling and natural repair
processes.
Treatment suitability depends on your diagnosis, medical history,
symptoms and recovery goals. Every treatment plan begins with an
appropriate clinical assessment.
How It Works
Controlled acoustic pressure delivered to the treatment area.
The DolorClast® handpiece uses compressed air to accelerate a small
projectile inside the device. The projectile strikes an applicator,
creating radial acoustic waves that travel through the skin into the
targeted tissue.
Compression Phase
The initial pressure wave delivers mechanical stimulation into the
selected tissue.
- ✓ Delivers targeted mechanical pressure
- ✓ Stimulates local cellular activity
- ✓ May support tissue remodelling
- ✓ May assist selected calcified or restricted tissue
Cavitation Phase
A secondary phase may produce microscopic bubbles that rapidly form
and collapse within the treatment area.
- ✓ May stimulate repair responses
- ✓ Supports local circulation
- ✓ May encourage tissue regeneration
- ✓ Supports metabolic activity in the area
Therapeutic Effects
What can shock wave therapy do?
The intended effects depend on the condition being treated, the
treatment settings and your individual response.
01
Pain Management
Shock wave therapy may temporarily influence pain receptors and
pain-signalling processes within the treated area.
- Reduced local sensitivity
- Influence on pain transmission
- Improved activity tolerance
02
Tissue Healing
Mechanical stimulation may support biological processes involved
in circulation, collagen production and tissue remodelling.
- Supports local circulation
- May promote collagen remodelling
- May assist tendon and muscle recovery
03
Inflammation Management
Treatment may help influence persistent inflammatory processes and
improve the local tissue environment.
- May influence inflammatory chemicals
- Supports tissue metabolism
- Complements progressive rehabilitation
Treatment at Live Active
Targeted therapy delivered as part of your recovery plan.
Common Treatment Areas
Conditions that may be considered.
Your practitioner will assess your symptoms and diagnosis before
deciding whether shock wave therapy is appropriate.
Foot & Ankle
Plantar fasciopathy
Persistent heel pain
Achilles tendinopathy
Selected shin pain presentations
Knee
Patellar tendinopathy
Selected osteoarthritis symptoms
Selected iliotibial-band presentations
Hip
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
Gluteal tendinopathy
Proximal hamstring tendinopathy
Shoulder
Rotator cuff tendinopathy
Calcific tendinopathy
Selected frozen-shoulder presentations
Elbow
Tennis elbow
Golfer’s elbow
Persistent tendon-related elbow pain
Muscles & Spine
Persistent muscular pain
Myofascial pain and trigger points
Selected chronic back pain
Sporting and overuse injuries
Potential Benefits
A non-invasive addition to your recovery plan.
Benefits and results vary according to your condition, symptoms,
health history and treatment response.
Your Treatment
What does a session feel like?
01
During Treatment
You may feel repetitive tapping, pulsing pressure or mild discomfort
over sensitive tissue.
02
Adjustable Intensity
Your practitioner adjusts the treatment intensity according to the
condition, treatment area and your tolerance.
03
After Treatment
Temporary soreness, redness, bruising, swelling or tenderness may
occur. Your practitioner will provide appropriate aftercare advice.
Treatment Planning
How many sessions may be needed?
The number and frequency of sessions varies according to the
condition, its duration, severity and your response to care.
Some treatment plans may involve several sessions spaced apart to
allow the tissues time to respond between appointments.
Some people notice early changes, while others improve progressively
over several weeks. Your progress will be reviewed throughout care.
Clinical Screening
Who may not be suitable?
Shock wave therapy is not appropriate for every person or every
condition. Your practitioner will review your health history before
treatment.
- Pregnancy over the proposed treatment area
- Active infection or open wounds
- Known malignancy in the treatment region
- Blood clots or significant bleeding disorders
- Severely damaged or pre-ruptured tendons
- Open growth plates in the treatment area
Why EMS DolorClast®?
Established radial pressure-wave technology.
Swiss Engineering
EMS develops specialised equipment for radial pressure-wave
therapy.
Consistent Delivery
The system is designed to deliver controlled and repeatable
treatment energy.
Multiple Applicators
Applicators and settings can be adapted to the treatment area and
clinical presentation.
Clinical Research
Radial shock wave therapy has been examined across several tendon
and musculoskeletal conditions.
Integrated Care
Treatment can be combined with exercise, rehabilitation and load
management when appropriate.
Individual Settings
Treatment intensity can be adjusted according to your diagnosis,
sensitivity and stage of recovery.
Move Better. Recover Confidently.
A personalised approach to shock wave therapy.
EMS DolorClast® therapy may provide a non-invasive treatment option
for selected sporting injuries, persistent tendon problems and
musculoskeletal conditions. Every treatment plan begins with an
assessment to determine whether it is appropriate for you.