Shockwave therapy · Edmonds, WA
Relieve stubborn pain and scar tissue without surgery or medication.
Radial shockwave (EPAT) uses targeted pressure waves to restart healing in tissue that's stuck: tight C-section scars, pelvic and menstrual pain, tendons, and joints that haven't responded to anything else. Every session is delivered one-on-one by a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
10 to 20 min
Per treatment session
80%+
Of patients report pain reduction
No
Downtime, back to your day
Free
Consultation before you commit
How it works
Sound waves that restart healing.
Shockwave therapy, known clinically as Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology (EPAT) or radial shockwave, is an FDA-cleared treatment that sends acoustic pressure waves into soft tissue. These waves increase local blood flow, help break down adhesions and scar tissue, and stimulate the body's own repair processes in areas that have struggled to heal.
Shockwave has been used in orthopedics and sports medicine for decades. The International Society for Medical Shockwave Treatment (ISMST) lists chronic conditions such as plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, and calcific shoulder tendinopathy among its established indications, and research into pelvic health, scar tissue, and women's health applications continues to grow.
At Body Motion, shockwave is the foundation of our Body Motion Wave protocols, developed by Dr. Allison Feldt, PT, DPT, for pelvic health and postpartum recovery. Because it's delivered by pelvic and orthopedic physical therapists and paired with hands-on PT, we treat the tissue and retrain the muscles around it.
Watch: shockwave therapy for women's health
Who it helps
We use shockwave for two groups of patients. If you've tried stretching, massage, or exercise alone without lasting change, it may be the missing piece.
Body Motion Wave pairs shockwave with pelvic floor PT for:
C-section and surgical scars that feel tight, numb, or tethered
Endometriosis pain and abdominal adhesions
Painful periods and ovulation discomfort
Core activation after pregnancy or abdominal surgery
Pain with intimacy from pelvic floor tightness
Bladder leaks and pelvic organ prolapse symptoms
When chronic pain hasn't resolved with PT alone:
Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
Achilles, patellar, and rotator cuff tendinopathy
Tennis and golfer's elbow
Chronic knee, hip, neck, or SI joint pain
Chronic back pain and myofascial trigger points
Tightness and scar tissue from old injuries
Why patients choose it
Real tissue change, without needles or downtime.
Rather than masking pain, shockwave targets the tissue itself: blood flow, adhesions, and repair.
Treatments take 10 to 20 minutes, typically once a week, and fit around work and family.
No anesthesia, injections, or medication. Most people return to their day right away.
Every session is performed by a licensed physical therapist, never a technician.
Combined with pelvic or orthopedic PT, shockwave helps you get more from every exercise and hands-on session.
Our own shockwave protocols for scar tissue, pelvic pain, and postpartum recovery, developed in our Edmonds clinic.
What we treat
From fresh scars to pain you've had for years, these are the areas where we see shockwave make the biggest difference.
Soften and mobilize C-section, abdominal, and perineal scars so the muscles beneath can work again.
Ease tension and improve blood flow for period pain, endometriosis pain, and pain with intimacy.
Support tissue health alongside pelvic floor training for leaking, prolapse symptoms, and ab separation.
Break the cycle of chronic tendon and joint pain so you can walk, run, and lift comfortably again.
Your journey with us
1
A no-pressure conversation with a pelvic or orthopedic expert to decide whether shockwave is right for you.
2
A hands-on assessment and full health history review to find the root cause and confirm shockwave is safe for you.
3
10 to 20 minute sessions. Gel is applied, then the applicator delivers pressure waves across the treatment area.
4
Most patients need 8 to 24 sessions, often combining shockwave, EMTT, and pelvic floor PT. Your package is built around your evaluation and goals.
Patient stories
★★★★★ 5.0 on Google
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Having painful cycles for years. Seemed to be getting worse as I got older. Heard about shockwave helping with scar tissue I got some here and there so I decided to try it. An after just the first session my cycle was WAY less painful. Feels like it help loosen up all the tightness in my muscles. It's not painful to do the session itself but it's uncomfortable feeling but left no marks or irritation on skin . Will do again and highly recommend. Great informative staff and really clean comfortable office .
★★★★★
I have been wanting to write a review & still don’t know how or where to start to put my experience into words. Allison, Sabrina, Alexis and the entire team are just a dream to work with. I have struggled with severe endometriosis for 20+ years, multiple IVF treatments, 3 c sections (1 emergency) and multiple operations between. I cannot begin to tell you the difference my body felt just after even 1 session. Adding in the shock wave therapy has been a game changer and for the first time in over 20 years I had a painLESS period followed now by 3 full months of pain free debilitating periods. This really can and will change your life. I cannot recommend enough!!!
★★★★★
I would highly recommend Body Motion to any woman who wants to improve her physical health, even if they have not had children! Dr. Allison and her team are amazing. I didn’t know what I was looking for when I visited them for the first time after 2 children (c-sections) and being a lifelong athlete that now lives with aches and pain. Having regular pelvic floor manual therapy taught me which muscles in my body were causing me grief in addition to relieving some of my pain. The therapists spend the whole session helping clients to improve their body. It has been the most beneficial PT I’ve ever experienced. Shockwave has helped me to loosen/soften my scar tissue with my abdominal scar and I felt results immediately with EMTT. Visiting Body Motion was an investment in my health and I look forward to treating myself to more sessions/self-care in the future. If you’re on the fence about coming in for a visit/consult, definitely give them a shot!
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I have been receiving Rejuvenation Technology by way of both EMTT & Shockwave therapy on my knees at Body Motion Physical Therapy . I’m a 65 year young woman, who started having knee pain, out of the blue. Nothing I tried for 2 months helped ease my issues. A friend of mine mentioned this therapy and I decided to try as it’s non surgical. General med just wants to throw prescriptions at it. With each session (I’ve had 4 over about a 4 week period) I began to feel relief and healing from the inside out, each time. The techs are very good at locating the areas that benefit from the therapy, give excellent advice of next steps to work on between secession’s, and the whole staff truly caress out your outcome, right down to scheduling. The ease of arranging appointments is stellar!
I can’t say enough about all of the different avenues of strengthening woman’s bodies they provide and truly appreciate this segway into helping us “2nd adulthood” women too! Thanks for your passion.
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Highly recommend Body Motion, not exactly what they specialize in, but my daughter could hardly walk, was on crutches for severs disease and after doing shockwave and emtt at Body Motion was back to soccer, basketball and volleyball within a few weeks! They are also great for everything pelvic floor!!
Shockwave therapy FAQs
Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology (EPAT), also called radial shockwave therapy, is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic pressure waves to improve circulation and stimulate the body's natural healing process in muscles, tendons, fascia, and scar tissue.
We use it for C-section and surgical scars, endometriosis and menstrual pain, pelvic floor tension, and core recovery, as well as plantar fasciitis, tendinopathy, tennis and golfer's elbow, and chronic knee, hip, neck, SI joint, and back pain. Your evaluation tells us whether it's a good fit for your condition.
Most patients describe a tolerable, rhythmic tapping, and we adjust the intensity throughout the session. No anesthesia is needed. Mild soreness for a day or two afterward is possible, similar to a deep tissue massage or a hard workout.
Many musculoskeletal conditions are treated with at least three weekly sessions. Pelvic health protocols vary with your condition and goals; most patients complete 8 to 24 sessions in total, often combined with EMTT and physical therapy.
Some patients report immediate relief; for others it builds over up to four weeks. Over 80% of treated patients report being pain-free or having significant pain reduction, and tissue continues to remodel for weeks after your final session.
Yes. EPAT is FDA-cleared and has been used safely across Europe and the U.S. for decades, with virtually no side effects beyond occasional minor soreness. It isn't used over an active malignancy, a known blood clot (DVT), or over the abdomen and pelvis during pregnancy. Your therapist reviews your full health history first.
Shockwave uses acoustic pressure waves you can feel as tapping, and is ideal for scar tissue, tendons, and surface to mid-depth tissue. EMTT uses magnetic energy that reaches deeper with no sensation at all. We often combine the two so each targets what it does best.
Shockwave is a cash-pay regenerative service and isn't covered by most insurance plans. We're happy to provide a Good Faith Estimate when you schedule at least 3 days in advance. Call (425) 582-0727 or email support@bodymotionpt.com.
Yes. Our Edmonds clinic serves the Greater Seattle area, including Lynnwood, Shoreline, Bothell, Mountlake Terrace, and north Seattle.
Watch & learn
Our founder on how and when we use shockwave.
How shockwave can support pelvic tissue alongside pelvic floor PT.
Where shockwave fits in treating urinary incontinence.
Why a tight, tethered scar responds so well to shockwave.
On Instagram
Shockwave results and education from @bodymotionpt.
From the blog
Go deeper with articles on shockwave therapy.
A complete guide to shockwave therapy: how it works, what it treats, and what sessions feel like.
How shockwave is changing care for endometriosis, scar tissue, incontinence, and pelvic pain.
How shockwave can support bladder control by improving tissue and core recoil.
A message from our founder
Years ago, I was frustrated in my own postpartum body. Since then I've seen too many women in their 40s and 50s dealing with hip, back, and joint pain, and leaking too, who go on to need joint replacements and, later, live with incontinence. That cycle is why I started Body Motion. Most women wait months or even years before getting help, and the one thing I can promise is that doing nothing won't make pelvic floor issues better. The next step is to take action. — Dr. Allison Feldt, PT, DPT
Meet our teamDr. Allison Feldt is a pelvic floor physical therapist and the founder and owner of Body Motion Physical Therapy in Edmonds, WA. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Midwestern University in 2012.
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Midwestern University (2012)
Pelvic floor physical therapist and clinic founder
Leads a team of Doctors of Physical Therapy focused on women's pelvic health
A mom who has been through pregnancy and postpartum recovery herself
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is right for you.
Book a free consultation with one of our pelvic or orthopedic experts. No pressure and no commitment, just a clear answer about whether shockwave can help you.
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