Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology

Extracorporeal pulse activation technology is an advanced and highly effective non-invasive treatment method approved by the FDA.
The technology is based on a unique set of pressure waves that generates a vascular response to stimulate and reactivate the body's repair mechanism to promote normal tissue healing.
Damaged tissue gradually regenerates and eventually heals.

This non invasive office based procedure is a treatment option for a broad range of musculoskeletal disorders. In podiatric medicine it is used most commonly for:

• Plantar fasciitis
• Achilles tendinosis

Benefits vs. Traditional treatment options

• non -invasive
• no chance for infection
• no scar tissue
• no hospitalization
• no restrictions for normal daily activity
• can treat bilaterally
• no side effects
• does not narrow future treatment options
• does not require anesthesia

Effects of EPAT Pressure Waves

• Stimulates neovascularization (development of new blood flow) that appears to play a role in anti-inflammation, pain relief
  and initiates the regeneration of soft tissue and bone with bone improvement in blood supply.

Contraindications to EPAT

• Malignancies
• Patients with pacemakers
• Patients taking medications that may prolong or interfere with blood clotting
• Patients with a bleeding disorder (i.e. hemophilia)
• Pregnancies

Side effects

• temporary pain
• temporary swelling
• blistering of the skin

Treatment protocol:

• Prior to treatment: discontinue taking any blood thinners and all medications containing aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (i.e. Advil, ibuprofen) one week prior to treatment.
• Treatment sessions take approximately 5-10 minutes. Generally 3 treatment sessions are necessary at weekly intervals.
• After treatment: No anti-inflammatory medications for 6 weeks after treatment.
• Resume wearing supportive shoe gear with prescribed orthotic if needed.