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Every guide we publish about Kalecope — quick, direct answers to the questions readers ask most often.

• Do you need a license to do shockwave therapy?

  Yes, administering shockwave therapy to patients professionally requires a license — specifically a state-issued healthcare license such as physical therapist, chiropractor, or phy

• What are the negative side effects of shockwave therapy?

  Yes, shockwave therapy does produce side effects, though most are temporary and localized to the treatment area. Common reactions include redness, swelling, bruising, and soreness

• Who should not do shockwave therapy?

  Several groups should not use shockwave therapy, including people with blood clotting disorders, active infections or open wounds at the treatment site, implanted pacemakers or met

• Are home shockwave machines effective?

  Yes — home shockwave machines that use a genuine pneumatic ballistic mechanism and deliver measurable bar pressure are effective for superficial tendinopathies, plantar fasciitis,

• Can I buy my own shockwave therapy machine?

  Yes, you can buy your own shockwave therapy machine — home radial ESWT devices like the Kalecope Q60 and T800 are available for direct purchase by consumers and are FSA/HSA eligibl

• Can you do shockwave therapy on your own?

  Yes, you can do shockwave therapy on your own using a home radial ESWT device — provided you're treating a surface-level condition like plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, or

• Does shockwave therapy actually work?

  Yes — shockwave therapy has genuine clinical evidence behind it, particularly for musculoskeletal conditions like plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, and lateral epicondyliti

• How much does a focal shockwave machine cost?

  Focused shockwave machines typically cost between $20,000 and $40,000 for clinical-grade units, with some high-end systems from manufacturers like Storz Medical or Dornier reaching