SIMPLY WELL CHIROPRACTIC

Experience advanced pain relief that repairs damaged tissue at the source instead of simply masking your symptoms. This FDA‑cleared regenerative technology offers cutting‑edge treatment for chronic pain, sports injuries, and other stubborn conditions.

Cincinnati Softwave therapy

SoftWave Therapy is an advanced, non‑invasive treatment that uses electrohydraulic acoustic waves to activate your body’s natural healing response, rather than simply masking symptoms. Optimized for patients with chronic pain, mobility issues, and degenerative conditions, this regenerative approach is clinically shown to reduce pain, improve range of motion, and support tissue repair across a wide range of musculoskeletal problems.

Many people in Cincinnati search for shockwave therapy when they want a non‑invasive solution for chronic pain, tendon problems, or plantar fasciitis. SoftWave Therapy is a next‑generation form of shockwave therapy that uses advanced technology to treat a larger area of tissue more comfortably and more effectively.

Why Simply Well CHIROPRACTIC chose SoftWave Technology

When you compare shockwave therapy options in Cincinnati, it’s crucial to know that not all shockwave devices deliver the same depth, comfort, or regenerative power. Simply Well Chiropractic uses this regenerative treatment—one of the most advanced FDA‑cleared shockwave technologies available, designed for deeper penetration, greater tissue coverage, and superior regenerative results.

SoftWave Unfocused Electrohydraulic (What We Use)

  • Penetrates 4-5 inches deep
  • Reaches deep tissue
  • Treats large areas per session (faster treatments)
  • Activates up to 300% more stem cells than radial devices
  • Gentler on surface tissue, more comfortable
  • Proven tissue regeneration and angiogenesis.

SoftWave Therapy offers a true breakthrough for stubborn pain by going beyond short‑term symptom relief and instead driving real tissue healing. Using advanced acoustic waves (a next‑generation form of shockwave therapy), this non‑invasive treatment activates your body’s own stem cells to repair damaged tissue from the inside out, not just quiet it temporarily.

Whether you are dealing with plantar fasciitis, neuropathy, sports injuries, or chronic joint inflammation, SoftWave provides a proven, regenerative path to long‑term recovery. At Simply Well Chiropractic in Cincinnati, patients who haven’t found relief with other treatments often experience meaningful improvements in pain and mobility—sometimes beginning as early as their first SoftWave session.



Dr. Faith Swartzendruber is a licensed chiropractor (Ohio License DC-05144) and tissue regenerative therapy specialist dedicated to helping Cincinnati patients overcome chronic pain without surgery or drugs.

With a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic and a Master of Science in Education from Eastern Illinois University, Dr. Faith brings both clinical expertise and a commitment to clear, patient-centered communication. She completed her clinical internship at Fort Meade VA Medical Center, where she gained extensive experience treating complex musculoskeletal conditions across diverse patient populations.

Dr. Faith has specialized in SoftWave Therapy (tissue regenerative therapy) since 2023, helping patients who feel they have “tried everything” find meaningful, lasting relief. At Simply Well Chiropractic in Cincinnati, we approach every patient with a philosophy rooted in transparency, informed consent, and whole-person wellness.

At Simply Well Chiropractic, we help Cincinnati patients reduce pain, restore function, and build more resilient whole‑body health through gentle, evidence-informed chiropractic and SoftWave care.

Move beyond “managing pain” to truly healing

Healing vs. Symptom Management

Unlike pain medications that simply mask symptoms or traditional therapies that only address part of the problem, acoustic wave treatment works at the cellular level to target the root cause of pain. By stimulating tissue regeneration and activating your body’s own stem cells, it supports true healing that leads to longer‑lasting relief.

This is why SoftWave is increasingly referred to as “tissue regeneration therapy.” Instead of just managing pain on the surface, it helps actively repair and restore damaged tissue.

SoftWave’s acoustic waves reach deep into injured tissue, creating gentle mechanical stress that stimulates cells to activate repair and regeneration signals.

By improving circulation, reducing chronic inflammation, and activating healing cells, SoftWave supports the body’s natural ability to repair damaged tissue rather than just masking symptoms.

SoftWave encourages the formation of new blood vessels, helping deliver more oxygen and nutrients to the treated area so tissues can heal more efficiently.

The treatment helps calm overactive inflammatory responses at the cellular level, which can ease pain, decrease swelling, and support long-term recovery.

SoftWave stimulates dormant stem cells and healing factors, directing them toward areas of injury where they can support tissue repair and regeneration

By improving tissue health, restoring circulation, and lowering inflammatory signals, SoftWave can help interrupt the cycle of pain and dysfunction so movement becomes more comfortable again.

SoftWave Therapy delivers more than short‑term symptom relief because it targets the underlying sources of pain and dysfunction instead of simply masking them. Here’s how tissue regeneration therapy works to address the root cause of your condition:

Comprehensive and Lasting Relief

Addresses the origin of pain: By focusing on tissue repair, inflammation reduction, and cellular renewal, Tissue Regenerative Therapy treats the root causes of joint and muscle pain.

Minimizes medication dependence: Because it promotes true healing, SoftWave therapy can reduce the need for painkillers or anti-inflammatory drugs, offering a safer and more sustainable path to recovery.

Deep Tissue Penetration and Cellular Activation

  • Acoustic waves penetrate deep into the affected tissues, reaching areas that traditional therapies often miss. This enables SoftWave to directly target the source of pain or injury, not just the surface discomfort.
  • The therapy stimulates cellular activity through a process called mechanotransduction, which converts sound waves into biochemical signals that trigger healing responses within your body

Promoting Natural Healing Processes

Increases blood flow: SoftWave therapy encourages the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis), which improves the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to damaged tissues. This process speeds up recovery and supporting long-term tissue health.

Reduces inflammation: By modulating inflammatory responses at the cellular level, SoftWave resolves chronic inflammation rather than just suppressing pain.

Activates stem cells: The treatment awakens dormant stem cells and directs them to the site of injury, where they support tissue repair and regeneration, helping to rebuild and strengthen damaged areas.

SoftWave Therapy delivers measurable outcomes backed by peer-reviewed research and real-world patient data. Unlike treatments that merely mask symptoms, extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) activates biological healing mechanisms at the cellular level—and the results speak for themselves.

  • 91% of patients experience significant pain reduction and functional improvement
  • 83% success rate for chronic plantar fasciitis cases that failed conservative treatment
  • Tissue regeneration visible on imaging within 4-6 weeks, with continued improvement for up to 12 months
  • Stem cell recruitment increases up to 300% in treated areas, accelerating natural repair
  • Angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation) documented in previously damaged tissue, restoring circulation to injury sites

Patients often ask, “Why do I keep improving for months after my last session?” because shockwave therapy doesn’t just numb pain—it triggers biological repair processes that keep working long after your final visit. This is why it is better described as tissue regeneration therapy than simple pain management.

After years of helping chronic pain patients in Cincinnati, Dr. Faith repeatedly sees the same pattern: people come in discouraged after cycling through treatments that only provided brief relief. Understanding where conventional options fall short makes it clear why shockwave therapy is able to deliver more durable, meaningful results.

  • Pain medications block pain signals but do not repair damaged tissue, so symptoms often return once you stop taking them.
  • Physical therapy can improve strength and mechanics, but it does not directly regenerate injured tissue on its own.
  • Cortisone injections may quickly calm inflammation, yet repeated use can weaken tissue and fail to resolve the underlying damage.
  • Shockwave therapy targets the injured tissue itself, stimulating your body to actively heal the area—so improvements tend to be deeper, more stable, and longer lasting.

  • Dr. Faith is trained in SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Therapy and has helped Cincinnati patients achieve pain relief and healing.
  • SoftWave Therapy is most effective when guided by clinical expertise. Dr. Faith pairs the biological power of tissue regeneration with a deep understanding of musculoskeletal function, creating a treatment plan that restores both structure and mobility.
  • Start with a $49 Discovery Session—no long-term commitment required. This allows you to experience the treatment and meet Dr. Faith before making a decison on what works for you.
  • Located at 5721 Dragon Way in Cincinnati with flexible scheduling that works around your busy life. Most appointments completed in 10 minutes.

Number of Sessions and Follow-Up Care

discovery Session


At Simply Well Chiropractic in Cincinnati, the SoftWave Therapy Discovery Session is designed to combine both targeted diagnosis and initial treatment in a single visit. During this appointment, the SoftWave device delivers therapeutic soundwaves into your soft tissue—pinpointing the source of your pain while beginning to repair damaged areas. The Discovery Session is just $49, so Dr. Faith can confirm that SoftWave is the right fit for you before recommending a complete treatment plan.

$49

  • Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment
  • Potential pain relief or improved mobility
  • Personalized Examination by Dr. Faith
  • Customized Care Plan
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treatment Package


After Dr. Faith outlines your personalized SoftWave treatment plan, most patients begin with sessions a couple of times per week for the first few weeks to jumpstart healing. As your progress builds, visits are usually reduced to once a week until the plan is complete, allowing your body to keep responding between sessions.
Because SoftWave continues to stimulate tissue repair for weeks, Dr. Faith often recommends a brief break after the final visit so your body’s natural healing processes can keep working. In many cases, the effects of SoftWave Therapy continue in the treated area for up to two months after the last session, and some patients choose occasional maintenance visits to help keep pain from returning, with all follow‑up care customized on a case‑by‑case basis.

$165/treatment

  • Phased Treatment Schedule
  • Ongoing Healing and Maintenance
  • Continued healing after treatments are complete
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Real stories from real people—discover how Electrohydraulic Shock Wave Treatment has helped others find relief, regain mobility, and get back to doing what they love. Their experiences can show what’s possible for you, too.

SoftWave Therapy FAQ


If SoftWave Therapy (also known as Tissue Regenerative Therapy) is new to you, it’s quickly changing how patients heal from stubborn pain and injury. This advanced treatment uses targeted sound waves to:

  • Boost circulation and naturally speed up your body’s healing process
  • Activate previously inactive stem cells, triggering repair that can continue for up to 12 months
  • Stimulate your body’s built‑in ability to regenerate and restore damaged tissue

Although SoftWave Therapy has been in use for several years, its full benefits are only now becoming widely recognized as more patients and providers share their results. If you’re just starting to explore whether SoftWave is right for you, this SoftWave FAQ will walk you through the key benefits, safety considerations, and what to expect from treatment.

SoftWave Therapy is an innovative, highly effective treatment that uses high‑energy sound waves to target areas of the body that are injured, degenerating, or chronically painful. These therapeutic waves penetrate deeply into the tissue, activating stem cells and growth factors that are essential for repairing muscles and connective tissue. By increasing metabolic activity, enhancing blood flow, and encouraging cellular regeneration, Cellular Regeneration Therapy helps reduce pain while improving mobility and overall function.

SoftWave Therapy harnesses the power of electrohydraulic shock waves (sound waves) to stimulate your body’s natural healing processes.

Below is a breakdown of how SoftWave Therapy works:

The Treatment Process
Application: Our Simply Well Chiropractic team uses a handheld device to deliver gentle, broad-focused shockwaves to the affected area. We apply ultrasound gel to enhance conductivity and comfort during the session.
Stimulation: These shockwaves penetrate deep into injured tissues, promoting a cascade of healing responses at the cellular level.
Session Experience: Most patients feel a pulsing or tapping sensation. Treatments generally last 10 minutes, are well tolerated, and require no anesthesia or downtime.


How the Technology Works
Creation of Shockwaves: The device creates a spark in water, forming a plasma bubble. This burst of energy produces high-speed sound waves that pass through tissue, stimulating healing without causing injury.
Wide Coverage: Unlike older therapies, SoftWave distributes energy across a larger area, reaching both superficial and deep tissues and providing a more comfortable and effective session.


Biological Effects
SoftWave Therapy initiates multiple regenerative processes:
Increases Blood Flow: Enhanced circulation delivers oxygen and nutrients to aid tissue repair and regeneration.
Reduces Inflammation: Modulates the body’s inflammatory response, reducing pain and swelling.
Stimulates Stem Cells: Activates dormant stem cells and promotes the production of growth factors and cytokines, jump-starting tissue repair.
Breaks the Pain Cycle: Helps restore tissue function, decrease pain signals, and accelerate recovery.

The number of SoftWave sessions you need depends on your specific condition, how long you’ve had it, and how your body responds over time. In many cases, patients see meaningful results with as few as 4 to 10 treatments, and each visit typically takes about 10 minutes. At Simply Well Chiropractic, the team usually starts with a conservative number of sessions, then recommends additional treatments only if needed based on your progress.

SoftWave Therapy is a fantastic resource for aiding:

  • Tendinitis (including Achilles tendinitis and rotator cuff tendinitis)
  • Plantar fasciitis (heel pain)
  • Joint pain (knee, hip, shoulder, and elbow)
  • Lower back pain
  • Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
  • Muscle strains and ligament injuries
  • Chronic inflammation of soft tissues
  • Athletes with repetitive strain injuries
  • Older adults with degenerative joint conditions
  • Workers with overuse injuries
  • Post-surgical patients seeking faster recovery
  • Achilles Tendonitis/Tendinosis
  • Shoulder Arthritis/Bursitis/Shoulder Tear/Frozen Shoulder
  • Wrist Pain/TFCC Tears
  • Lumbar Pain/Lumbar Arthritis/Lumbar Disc Problem
  • Hip Pain/Hip Arthritis/Hip Bursitis
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Hand Arthritis (Rheumatoid/Osteo/Psoriatic)/Hand Pain
  • Knee Pain/Knee Arthritis/Knee Tear
  • Tendonitis/Tendinosi
  • Arthritis
  • Bursitis

Additionally, it has proven highly successful in treating conditions like shoulder pain, plantar fasciitis, and arthritis.

SoftWave Therapy is a safe procedure, non-invasive treatment that is generally well tolerated. The most common reactions are soreness or tenderness at the treatment site, but sometimes there is a brief increase in discomfort before improvement begins.

These effects usually resolve within 24 hours and are considered a normal part of the body’s healing response. Rarely, more pronounced side effects such as numbness, tingling, or skin discoloration may occur, and in exceptional cases, headaches or vasovagal responses (such as fainting) have been reported

Serious or long-term complications are extremely uncommon.

SoftWave Therapy is not recommended for individuals who are pregnant, have active cancer, or possess certain implanted medical devices.

Overall, most patients don’t experience any side effects. Those who do find the side effects manageable.

Patients undergoing SoftWave Therapy can expect a significant reduction in pain and inflammation in the treated area. Additionally, many individuals experience improved mobility and function.

The therapy works by stimulating the body’s natural healing response, which not only provides symptomatic relief but also promotes long-term tissue repair and regeneration. Therefore, healing often continues for weeks after the treatment plan is completed, as the biological processes initiated by SoftWave Therapy persist in the affected tissues.

For some, maintenance sessions may be recommended to help sustain results and prevent recurrence of pain.

Experience relief and faster healing with SoftWave Therapy at Simply Well Chiropractic in Cincinnati. Discover how this advanced, non-invasive treatment can help you overcome pain, accelerate recovery, and restore your mobility—especially if you suffer from neuropathy or chronic knee issues. Take the next step toward living pain-free—call Simply Well Chiropractic today to schedule your SoftWave consultation!

Written and medically reviewed by Dr. Faith Swartzendruber, DC
Ohio Chiropractic License: DC-05144 | Palmer College of Chiropractic
Founder, Simply Well Chiropractic, Cincinnati