Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), also simply known as “Shock Wave Therapy” is a non-invasive, out-patient alternative to surgery for those with many joint and tendon disorders. ESWT sends acoustic shock waves into bone or soft tissue, in effect reinjuring the area on a cellular level and breaking up the scarring that has penetrated tendons and ligaments. The controlled reinjuring of tissue allows the body to regenerate blood vessels and bone cells. The resulting revascularization leads to faster healing and often a return to pre-injury activity levels. Simply put, it is a powerful acoustic pulse that is used to treat numerous foot and ankle conditions.