Focused & Radial Shockwave Therapy in Nevada City, CA
A proven alternative to injections and surgery for active adults and athletes.
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive, evidence-based treatment shown to help stubborn tendon and soft-tissue injuries heal — often without injections, medications, or surgery. At Sierra Spine & Fitness, we offer both focused and radial shockwave, tailoring treatment to injury depth, tissue type, and activity demands.
Shockwave treatment in progress
Built for active adults in Nevada City & Grass Valley
If you're an active adult or athlete, pain isn't just uncomfortable — it limits training, performance, and the ability to do what you love. Athletes and highly active people often turn to shockwave therapy because it targets the root tissue problem, not just the symptoms.
- Targets chronic tendon injuries, not just symptoms
- Stimulates biological healing in tissue with poor blood supply
- Requires no downtime
- Can be used alongside strength training and rehab
- Has been studied extensively in sports and orthopedic medicine
Acoustic energy that restarts healing
Shockwave therapy uses targeted acoustic energy to stimulate the body's natural healing response in injured tissue. Rather than masking pain, shockwave therapy helps restart stalled healing processes — which is why it's commonly used for chronic overuse injuries in athletes.
Focused vs. Radial Shockwave
We use both focused and radial shockwave, because different injuries require different energy delivery. Your treatment plan may include one or both, depending on your condition and activity level.
Focused Shockwave
- Delivers energy deeper into tissue
- Ideal for chronic tendon injuries and deeper structures
- Frequently used for plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, and shoulder tendon pain
- Supported by multiple clinical trials in sports medicine literature
Radial Shockwave
- Covers a broader, more superficial area
- Often used for muscle, fascia, and widespread tendon irritation
- Helpful for improving tissue quality and circulation in overworked areas
Common in runners, hikers, cyclists & court athletes
What does treatment feel like?
- Each session lasts about 10–15 minutes
- You'll feel rhythmic pulses over the injured area
- The sensation can be intense at times, but treatments are brief and adjusted to your tolerance
- No anesthesia or injections are required
- Most patients return to normal daily activity immediately after treatment
- High-intensity training may be modified briefly, depending on the injury
A series, not a single session
Most patients complete a series of treatments, typically spaced about one week apart. Clinical studies suggest the best outcomes occur when shockwave therapy is delivered as a series rather than a single session, with continued improvement over several weeks as tissue healing progresses.
Transparent, simple
During your consultation, we'll discuss expected treatment frequency based on your condition and activity goals.
Studied, safe, and honest
Shockwave therapy has been studied extensively in orthopedic and sports medicine and is considered safe when applied appropriately. It is non-invasive, drug-free, and non-surgical. Side effects are typically mild and temporary, such as localized soreness or redness.
If shockwave therapy is not appropriate for your condition, we'll tell you.
You may be a good candidate if you…
- Are active or athletic and dealing with persistent tendon pain
- Want to avoid injections or surgery
- Have tried rehab, rest, or other conservative care without lasting relief
- Want a treatment that supports real tissue healing
Schedule a Free Phone Consult
Not sure if shockwave therapy is right for your injury? We offer a free phone consultation to review your condition, training demands, and goals — and help you decide if shockwave therapy makes sense for you.
Sierra Spine & Fitness LLC • Dr. Craig Roberts, D.C. • 582 Searls Ave, Nevada City, CA
Sources & cited research
- Gerdesmeyer L, et al. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy for chronic plantar fasciitis. JAMA.
- Mani-Babu S, et al. The effectiveness of extracorporeal shock wave therapy in lower limb tendinopathy. Am J Sports Med.
- Rompe JD, et al. Shock wave therapy for chronic tendinopathy. Clin Orthop Relat Res.
- Speed C. A systematic review of shockwave therapies in soft tissue conditions. Br Med Bull.
Common conditions shockwave therapy can help
Schedule a shockwave consultation.
If you're dealing with persistent tendon or soft-tissue pain in Nevada City or Grass Valley, contact Sierra Spine & Fitness to find out whether shockwave therapy is right for you.
582 Searls Ave, Nevada City, CA 95959
- Monday9:00am – 1:00pm, 2:00pm – 6:00pm
- Tuesday9:00am – 1:30pm
- Wednesday9:00am – 1:00pm, 2:00pm – 6:00pm
- ThursdayClosed
- Friday9:00am – 4:00pm
- Saturday & SundayClosed