Pulse Wave™ FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Pulse Wave™ shockwave therapy — technology, pricing, financing, treatments, and more.
General
4 questionsPulse Wave™ is a cutting-edge, focused shockwave therapy device that uses innovative electromagnetic pulse wave technology to deliver 100% of its energy precisely to the target tissue. It's the first American-engineered device of its kind, designed for superior clinical outcomes and ease of use.
Pulse Wave™ is designed and manufactured in Denver, CO, USA — ensuring rigorous quality control and American customer support. We are a direct manufacturer, not a reseller or rebranded foreign device.
Pulse Wave™ is FDA Class I Registered, and holds ISO, CE, and UL certifications, meeting the highest standards for safety, quality, and performance.
Your purchase includes the full shockwave therapy device, comprehensive training through Shockwave University (7-hour clinical course with certification), detailed user guides, a printed quick-start guide and treatment manual, marketing tools, ROI calculators, and lifetime customer support.
Technology & Physics
8 questionsPulse Wave™ uses a high-voltage capacitor and a parabolic reflector to generate electromagnetic pulses. These pulses are pre-focused by our patented Stepped Parabolic Reflector™, which converts the energy into a Focalized Electromagnetic Convergence Beam™. This focused beam delivers energy uniformly at controlled pressures to the target tissue.
It's a technology that generates shockwaves via electromagnetic means rather than a spark in a fluid. This process eliminates energy loss, as the wave is pre-focused so that 100% of the energy is directed to the target, improving both treatment efficacy and patient comfort.
The reflector pre-focuses the generated electromagnetic pulses into a single, highly concentrated beam (the Focalized Electromagnetic Convergence Beam™). This ensures that 100% of the energy is directed precisely to the treatment area, eliminating energy loss.
Radial shockwave disperses energy broadly from the surface — the energy density decreases with distance, making it suited for superficial conditions. Focused shockwave (like Pulse Wave™) concentrates energy into a specific focal zone at adjustable depths, enabling treatment of deeper tissue conditions with greater precision.
Pulse Wave™ delivers a controlled, uniform pressure between 60–80 MPa. This pressure is optimized for effective therapeutic outcomes without the excessive tissue disruption seen in devices that push up to 100 MPa.
No. True shockwaves are characterized by a sharp, high-pressure peak and rapid drop-off. Sinusoidal waveforms have a gradual rise and fall — more like therapeutic ultrasound or vibration therapy. Pulse Wave™ uses non-sinusoidal, high-amplitude electromagnetic shockwaves that deliver deep tissue penetration (up to 60mm) and noticeable therapeutic impact.
The effective focal depth reaches 60mm, covering virtually all musculoskeletal conditions. Many competitors advertise 120mm+ depth, but those measurements often refer to unfocused wave propagation, not clinically effective therapeutic depth. Our 60mm covers superficial conditions (plantar fascia at 5–10mm), moderate depth (rotator cuff at 15–25mm, hamstrings at 30–40mm), and deep tissue (piriformis at 40–50mm, hip tendons at 40–55mm, greater trochanter at 50–55mm).
The device includes customizable controls that allow clinicians to adjust the treatment depth from 0.5 cm to 12 cm, enabling precise targeting for both superficial and deep tissue conditions.
Treatment & Clinical
6 questionsFDA-cleared indications include: plantar fasciitis, lateral/medial epicondylitis (tennis/golfer's elbow), calcific tendonitis of the shoulder, Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy, non-union fractures, myofascial pain syndrome, heel spurs, and trigger points. Common clinical indications (off-label) include: erectile dysfunction, Peyronie's disease, chronic pelvic pain, hip bursitis, chronic low back pain, rotator cuff tendinopathy, sciatica, scar tissue treatment, and wound healing.
Treatment times range from 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the condition and area being treated.
Yes, Pulse Wave™ is designed to treat a wide range of acute injuries and chronic conditions, offering versatile applications for various patient needs.
By delivering a uniform, controlled 60–80 MPa pressure (instead of an excessive 100 MPa with high scatter), Pulse Wave™ minimizes tissue disruption and reduces discomfort, leading to a more tolerable treatment experience.
Yes — common aesthetic uses include cellulite reduction, skin tightening and texture improvement, scar and stretch mark treatment, post-liposuction recovery, and facial rejuvenation protocols. Note: Pulse Wave is not specifically FDA-cleared for aesthetic indications, but many providers use it off-label, often pairing it with laser, RF, or other modalities.
Yes. Focused shockwave therapy is clinically supported for C-section recovery. Once the wound is closed, treatments can begin to reduce scar tissue, improve tissue flexibility, and support cellular regeneration. Clinical studies show shockwave-treated scars become more pliable and less raised, with reduced pain. It's often combined with cold laser therapy for best results.
Pricing & Investment
5 questionsPulse Wave™ is $29,990 + $650 shipping, totaling $30,640. There are no hidden fees, no annual licensing, and no software subscriptions. What you see is what you pay.
We manufacture directly in Denver, CO — no middlemen, no distributor markups, no import fees. Competitors buy devices overseas for $8K–$15K and sell them for $55K–$80K because they control US distribution rights. We cut out all of that.
At $150 per session and 10 sessions per week, you generate approximately $6,000/month in revenue. The total investment of $30,640 is typically recouped in about 5 months. Even at just 5 patients per week, you can cover your monthly financing payment (~$745/month).
Applicator replacements at $1,600 each (warranted for 1M+ impulses, most last 2–3 months at heavy use), distilled water (~$5/gallon), and standard ultrasound gel (~$10/bottle). Estimated 5-year maintenance total is approximately $4,200. No annual licensing fees or software subscriptions.
NCMIC financing, outside financing, business credit cards (3.5% processing fee applies), direct check, or ACH deposit.
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Financing
3 questionsYes — through NCMIC, one of the most trusted names in healthcare financing. No hard credit check (won't affect your credit), most approvals within one business day, up to 90 days deferred payments, and terms up to 5 years. We also accept outside financing or business credit cards (3.5% processing fee).
Standard financing: up to 60 months with estimated payments around $745/month. Alternative option: $99/month for the first 6 months, then transition to standard payments. Up to 90 days deferred payments so you can start earning revenue before your first payment is due.
With up to 90 days before your first payment, you can treat patients and generate revenue while the device is already working for you. At conservative estimates, you could earn approximately $18,000 in revenue before making your first payment.
Competitors & Comparisons
4 questionsTechnology: Pulse Wave uses electromagnetic generation with pre-focusing (100% energy delivery), while electrohydraulic devices use a spark in saline with ~50% energy scatter. Maintenance: Pulse Wave uses sterile water (non-corrosive, zero maintenance) vs. corrosive saline requiring frequent servicing. Cost: Pulse Wave is ~$29,990 vs $55,000–$80,000+ for competitors.
Sterile water is non-corrosive, widely available, and inexpensive. It avoids the corrosive effects of saline, which in electrohydraulic devices leads to higher maintenance, more frequent replacements, and increased operating costs.
Pulse Wave: ~$34,190 total (machine + shipping + 5yr maintenance). SoftWave: ~$115,000+ total. OmniWave: ~$155,000+ total. Over 5 years, providers save $50,000–$100,000+ with Pulse Wave.
Our 60mm therapeutic depth covers virtually all musculoskeletal conditions. Competitors advertising 120mm+ are measuring unfocused wave propagation, not clinical treatment depth. Higher pressures often cause patient discomfort without better clinical outcomes.
Warranty & Support
4 questionsYear 1: Full comprehensive warranty covering parts, labor, and any repair or replacement due to manufacturing defects or normal clinical use. After Year 1: Lifetime Limited Warranty — no repair will ever cost more than $2,500, no matter what happens. Each applicator also has a separate warranty of 1 million impulses.
Each applicator is warranted for 1,000,000+ impulses — far exceeding the typical 200,000–500,000 pulses seen in electrohydraulic devices. Most providers see 2–3 million impulses per applicator before needing replacement. Replacement cost is $1,600.
Built for longevity with zero-maintenance design (no saline, no electrodes). American-engineered quality with lifetime support. If your unit ever needs service, we offer an overnight loaner program so your practice never misses a day.
No proprietary consumables. Uses standard distilled water and ultrasound gel — widely available and inexpensive.
Training & Getting Started
4 questionsEvery purchase includes access to Shockwave University — a full 7-hour clinical onboarding course taught by a provider. It covers physics, protocols, and hands-on best practices. You receive a certificate of completion, plus a printed quick-start guide and treatment manual.
We offer a $1,000 travel credit toward your purchase if you visit our Denver factory to see the device in person and meet with our engineers. For a $29,990 machine vs $75,000+ alternatives, even with flights and hotel, a Denver visit could be the smartest $1,000 you spend this year.
Typical lead time is approximately 28 days from confirmed order.
Lifetime customer support from US-based technicians who actually built the machine. Phone support, protocol library, provider education portal with video tutorials, overnight loaner program if your unit needs service, and custom treatment protocols tailored to your practice.
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