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Boulder Sports Clinic
Shockwave Therapy for Knee Pain in Boulder, CO
Non-Surgical Treatment for Chronic Knee Pain & Tendon Injuries
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Knee pain
Shockwave Therapy for
Knee Pain
in Boulder, CO
If knee pain has been lingering despite rest, exercise, or traditional therapy, shockwave therapy may be the missing piece. At Boulder Sports Clinic, we use shockwave therapy to help patients in Boulder reduce pain, stimulate tissue healing, and return to activity — without injections or surgery.
If you’re searching for shockwave therapy for knee pain in Boulder, our team provides advanced, evidence-based care designed to treat the source of chronic knee pain, not just the symptoms.
You can also learn more about our comprehensive physical therapy services in Boulder.
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Quick Answer: Can Shockwave Therapy Help Knee Pain?
Yes. Shockwave therapy can help many types of chronic knee pain — especially tendon-related conditions — by increasing blood flow, breaking down unhealthy scar tissue, and stimulating the body’s natural healing response. It’s commonly used for patellar tendon pain, quadriceps tendon pain, I.T. band pain, and knee pain that hasn’t improved with standard treatments.
What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy (also called EPAT or ESWT) is a non-invasive treatment that delivers high-energy acoustic waves into injured tissue. These sound waves:
- Increase blood flow to damaged tissues
- Stimulate collagen production
- Break down chronic scar tissue and calcifications
- Reduce pain signaling
Unlike passive treatments that only decrease inflammation, shockwave therapy helps restart the healing process.
Learn more about our full shockwave therapy services in Boulder.
Learn more about our full shockwave therapy services in Boulder.
What Causes Chronic Knee Pain?
Many knee injuries become chronic when tissue healing stalls or never fully completes the process.
Common contributors include:
- Patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee)
- Quadriceps tendon irritation
- IT band syndrome
- Repetitive loading from running, hiking, or jumping
- Poor lower-body mechanics
- Training errors or overuse
- Previous injuries or surgery or Incomplete rehab after injury
In these cases, pain persists because tissue quality has changed over time. A comprehensive approach to knee pain treatment in Boulder often includes shockwave therapy when traditional rehab alone isn’t enough.
Knee Conditions Shockwave Therapy Can Help
Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper’s Knee)
Pain just below the kneecap, often aggravated by squatting, jumping, or running.
Quadriceps Tendon Pain
Pain above the kneecap, commonly seen in active adults and athletes.
Chronic Tendon-Related Knee Pain
Progressive stiffness and loss of motion that benefits from guided mobility work.
IT Band Syndrome
Outside of knee pain that increases with bending the knee, running, stairs, etc.
Post-Surgical or Post-Injury Knee Pain
Persistent tendon pain after ACL or meniscus surgery.
How Shockwave Therapy Treats Knee Pain
Shockwave therapy targets the injured tissue directly using high-energy sound waves to reduce pain, break down calcium deposits, and stimulate the body's natural healing in chronic, stubborn, or recurring knee inflammation. The sound waves increase collagen production and stimulate blood flow in the targeted tissue to get you out of pain quickly.
What Makes Our Shockwave Therapy for Shoulder Pain Different?
At Boulder Sports Clinic, we are the only clinic in Boulder and surrounding area to offer a fully integrated treatment approach. We pair shockwave therapy with other service offerings in your treatment plan to get you better ASAP.
Many people with shoulder pain have tried rest, stretching, or medication with limited success.
At Boulder Sports Clinic, we:
Many people with shoulder pain have tried rest, stretching, or medication with limited success.
At Boulder Sports Clinic, we:
- Evaluate the entire knee, hip, and ankle complex — not just where it hurts
- Treat athletes, climbers, lifters, swimmers, and active adults. We're committed to helping you get back to what you love.
- Combine shockwave therapy with active rehab when appropriate
- Focus on long-term recovery, not just short-term pain relief
- Integrate other services like chiropractic, massage, and physical therapy when appropriate
- Offer supportive therapies like laser therapy, dry needling, etc that compliment shockwave to improve results when appropriate.
This integrated approach supports long-term results and fewer flare-ups as part of our full knee pain treatment in Boulder, helping patients recover fully and confidently.
What to Expect at Your First Shockwave Therapy Visit
Your first visit includes:
- A detailed history of your knee pain and activity goals
- Assessment of knee, hip, and ankle movement
- Strength testing and movement analysis
- The therapy session itself lasts about 5–10 minutes
- Treatment is non-invasive and performed in-office
- Mild discomfort during treatment is normal and temporary
- There are no activity limitations after each session
A typical plan includes 6-8 sessions for full resolution of symptoms, depending on the condition. Relief is typically seen in just a few visits.
How Long Does ShockwaveTherapy Take to Help Knee Pain?
Many patients notice improvement after the first or second session, with continued progress over several weeks as tissue healing improves. Chronic tendon issues often respond best when shockwave therapy is paired with guided strengthening. Full resolution of symptoms is expected in 6-8 sessions.
Who We Help
We commonly help people who:
- Have knee pain lasting longer than 3 months
- Experience pain while walking, running, cycling, etc
- Have been told they have tendinitis or tendon degeneration
- Want to avoid injections or surgery if possible
- Didn’t improve with rest, injections, or basic therapy
- Are active and want to return to sport or lifting
If this sounds like you, our shockwave therapy services in Boulder may be a great fit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shockwave Therapy for Knee Pain
Can shockwave therapy really help knee pain?
Shockwave therapy is effective for many chronic knee tendon conditions by stimulating healing and reducing pain.
How many shockwave sessions will I need?
Most knee conditions respond well to 6-8 sessions, spaced about one week apart.
Is shockwave therapy safe?
Yes. Shockwave therapy is FDA-cleared and considered safe when performed by trained providers.
Do I need imaging before starting shockwave therapy?
No. A thorough exam often determines next steps. Imaging may be recommended if needed. We can send you for x-rays or an MRI if needed.
Will I need physical therapy too?
While not always necessary, most patients get better and faster results with the combination approach. Combining shockwave therapy with strengthening and movement retraining improves long-term outcomes.
Is shockwave therapy better than injections for knee pain?
In many cases, shockwave therapy offers a non-invasive alternative that promotes healing rather than temporary symptom relief.
Is shockwave therapy painful on the knee?
Most patients describe the sensation as uncomfortable but tolerable. Discomfort decreases as tissue health improves.
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Shockwave Therapy for Knee Pain Boulder Sports Clinic
You don’t have to live with knee pain. Get back to what you love.
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