Radial Shockwave vs Magneto-Transduction Shockwave (MTST)
Why Clinics Often Use Both
The two technologies aren’t competitors — they’re complementary.
- Radial shockwave works well for surface and generalized conditions
- MTST excels in deep, chronic, or complex injuries
- Using the right tool improves comfort, efficiency, and outcomes
Radial Shockwave Therapy – Best for:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tennis elbow
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Shoulder tendinopathy
- General muscle tightness
- Broad, superficial soft-tissue pain
Radial shockwave spreads energy over a larger area, making it effective for surface-level conditions and diffuse pain patterns.
Magneto-Transduction Shockwave (MTST) – Best for:
- Chronic tendon injuries
- Calcific tendinopathy
- Stress reactions and bone-related pain
- Deep or stubborn injuries
- Post-surgical or slow-healing tissues
MTST delivers deeper, more controlled energy, stimulating cellular activity, bone remodelling, and tissue regeneration at a higher biological level.
Simple Analogy
- Radial shockwave = a strong massage that penetrates a few layers down
- MTST = a focused, deep-acting signal sent exactly where healing is needed