Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves that produce therapeutic effects at a microscopic level within the tissues. It promotes the regeneration of tissues and blood vessels by improving oxygenation and nutrient supply. It also stimulates the activity of mast cells, immune cells that help reduce tissue inflammation. Additional beneficial effects include stimulating collagen production, promoting the breakdown of calcifications and dispersing substances involved in the transmission of pain signals. Shockwave therapy has shown excellent therapeutic results in the treatment of tennis elbow, calcific tendinopathy of the shoulder, tendinitis, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, delayed bone healing, calcifications and non-union fractures (pseudoarthrosis).