StemWave® Therapy in Metairie, LA
Precision-Guided, Non-Invasive Care for Acute and Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
Treating pain isn’t always about doing more of the same treatment. It’s about treating the right tissue—the right way.
StemWave® therapy uses advanced acoustic technology to decrease inflammation and support tissue healing—without anesthesia or difficult recovery. At Metairie Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, our specialists offer this treatment and may also utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, such as in-office ultrasound, to accurately identify sources of pain or damaged tissue. This allows our physicians to deliver targeted, non-surgical care based on anatomy and tissue findings—not guesswork. We don’t just treat pain—we identify its source and treat it precisely.
Our StemWave® Services at Metairie Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Diagnostic Ultrasound Evaluation
Before treatment begins, imaging is often used to identify the source of a patient’s pain. If needed, this real-time imaging allows our physicians to confirm whether StemWave is appropriate and target care with precision. It can also be utilized to assess tissue healing after treatment.
Targeted StemWave® Therapy
StemWave therapy delivers focused acoustic energy to the identified tissue to stimulate a biological healing response. Treatments are non-invasive, performed without anesthesia, and guided by your provider based on clinical evaluation and imaging findings when used.
Personalized Pain Treatment Plans
Tendon & Soft Tissue Care
Joint & Overuse Injury Support
Physician-Guided Non-Surgical Care
Conditions That May Benefit From StemWave
StemWave may be recommended for select patients with acute or chronic musculoskeletal conditions—especially when pain persists despite physical therapy or injections. At Metairie Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, candidacy is determined through a clinical exam and diagnostic ultrasound so treatment is directed to the correct tissue.
Plantar Fasciitis
Chronic heel pain may be related to tissue irritation or degeneration. Ultrasound helps confirm involvement.
Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy
Shoulder pain isn’t always simple inflammation. Imaging identifies the specific tendon changes involved.
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Elbow pain related to tendon overload or degeneration may respond well to focused acoustic therapy when conservative care has not resolved symptoms.
Knee Osteoarthritis & Patellar Tendon Pain
For select patients, StemWave may support a non-surgical plan focused on pain reduction and function.
Hip & Glute Tendinopathy
Lateral hip pain often originates from overloaded tendons, not the joint itself.
Chronic Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy
Deep buttock or upper hamstring pain may be related to tendon degeneration at the pelvic attachment and may benefit from targeted acoustic therapy.
Chronic Achilles Pain
Persistent Achilles symptoms may reflect compromised tissue quality requiring targeted care.
Other Chronic Tendon & Soft-Tissue Conditions
Your provider will review your history, symptoms, and imaging to determine appropriate treatment.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
StemWave care at Metairie Orthopedics & Sports Medicine begins with precision. We take the time to identify the true source of your symptoms, then determine whether targeted StemWave therapy may be appropriate for your condition and long-term recovery goals.
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Clinical Evaluation
We review your symptoms, activity history, prior treatments, and response to care.
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Diagnostic Ultrasound
When used, real-time imaging helps identify the tissue involved so treatment is guided by findings.
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Targeted Treatment (If Appropriate)
If you’re a candidate, noninvasive StemWave therapy is delivered without anesthesia.
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Reassessment & Care Plan
We reassess symptoms and outline a structured plan based on response and diagnosis.
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About StemWave® Therapy
StemWave® is an advanced, non-invasive treatment used to address acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain by stimulating the body’s natural biological response to injury. At Metairie Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, StemWave is guided by a thorough clinical evaluation, with diagnostic imaging used when indicated, to ensure treatment is applied to the correct tissue.
This precision-first approach allows our physicians to move beyond symptom-based care and focus on the underlying source of pain. Treatments are performed without injections or anesthesia, require minimal downtime, and are delivered as part of a structured care plan designed around measurable progress.
StemWave may help reduce pain and improve mobility for select patients—particularly those who have not experienced lasting improvement with physical therapy or injections alone.
Precision-Guided Care
Advanced Non-Invasive Technology
Physician-Led Treatment Decisions
Our Medical Team
At Metairie Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, StemWave therapy is delivered by an experienced, physician-led team with deep expertise in diagnosing and treating complex musculoskeletal conditions. Every treatment recommendation is grounded in clinical evaluation, imaging, and years of orthopedic and sports medicine experience.
