A Non-Invasive, Drug-Free Therapy Designed to Support Your Body's Natural Healing Process
If you’re dealing with persistent joint pain, muscle injuries, tendon irritation, or chronic inflammation, StemWave® Therapy may be an option as part of your personalized treatment plan.
At Chiropractic Clinic of Iowa, StemWave Therapy is used alongside chiropractic care and other conservative therapies to help reduce pain, improve function, and support the body’s natural healing response.
StemWave is a non-invasive treatment that requires no injections, surgery, or downtime, allowing many patients to return to their normal activities immediately after treatment.
What Is StemWave Therapy?
StemWave Therapy uses focused acoustic waves to stimulate your body’s natural healing processes.
These acoustic waves deliver mechanical energy to targeted tissues, encouraging increased local blood flow and cellular activity within the treatment area. The goal is to create an environment that supports your body’s natural repair mechanisms.
Unlike injections or surgery, StemWave is completely non-invasive and treatments are typically completed in just a few minutes.
Conditions That May Benefit from StemWave Therapy
StemWave Therapy may be recommended for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
Shoulder Pain
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Tennis Elbow
Golfer's Elbow
Wrist Pain
Hip Pain
Knee Pain
Plantar Fasciitis
Achilles Tendinitis
Neck Pain
Low Back Pain
Sciatica
Muscle Strains
Tendon Injuries
Ligament Injuries
Every patient is different. During your evaluation, our doctors will determine whether StemWave Therapy is appropriate for your individual condition and goals.
Potential Benefits of StemWave Therapy
StemWave is designed to provide a conservative treatment option for patients seeking relief without medications or surgery.
Potential benefits may include:
Increased local circulation
Reduced inflammation
Support for the body's natural healing response
Improved mobility
Temporary relief of musculoskeletal pain
Short treatment sessions
No downtime following treatment
While many patients experience improvement, results vary based on the condition being treated and individual factors.
What to Expect During Treatment
StemWave appointments are simple and efficient.
During treatment:
A conductive gel is applied to the treatment area.
The StemWave applicator is placed over the affected tissues.
Focused acoustic waves are delivered for several minutes.
Most appointments take approximately 5–10 minutes, depending on the treatment area.
Why Patients Choose StemWave
Non-invasive
Drug-free
No downtime
Treatments in 5–10 minutes
Personalized treatment plans
May be used alongside chiropractic care
Our Approach to Care
At Chiropractic Clinic of Iowa, StemWave Therapy is often combined with other conservative treatments to create a comprehensive care plan.
Depending on your condition, your treatment may also include:
Chiropractic Care
Spinal Decompression
Electrical Muscle Stimulation
Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation
Home Stretching & Strengthening Programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Does StemWave Therapy hurt?
How long does each treatment take?
Most treatments take approximately 5–10 minutes, although appointment length may vary depending on the area being treated.
How many treatments will I need?
Treatment plans vary from person to person. Many care plans include 8–12 treatments, although your chiropractor will make recommendations based on your condition and response to care.
Is there any downtime?
Is StemWave Therapy covered by insurance?
Why Choose Chiropractic Clinic of Iowa?
At Chiropractic Clinic of Iowa, every patient receives an individualized treatment plan based on their condition, goals, and examination findings.
Rather than relying on a single treatment, our doctors combine therapies when appropriate to help patients recover as efficiently as possible.
Your personalized care plan may include: