Shockwaves vs. SoftWaves™
Biologic Effects
Biologic Effects of SoftWaves&trade and Shockwaves
- Change of cell membrane permeability
- Release of neurotransmitters
- Antibacterial effects
- Release of NO (nitric oxide)
- Release of growth factors (VEGF, eNOS, BMP-2, PCNA)
- Induction of vessel growth
- Stem cell migration and differentiation
These beneficial effects regenerate vessels, skin, bone and nerve tissue. Softwaves&trade are being used successfully in the field of Dermatology.
Traumatic Wound
Resolved in 3 Months
Chronic Diabetic Ulcer
Resolved in 3.5 Months
Chronic Pressure Ulcer
Resolved in 2 Weeks
Shockwaves are being used in Orthopedics to regnerate bone.
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) – Resolved in 6 months
SoftWaves™ Increase Blood-Supply
Immediately – NO pathway (i.e. Viagra): Vasodilation
Permanently – VEGF pathway: New vessel growth
Number and size of vessels in porcine ischemic heart model:





