05/10/2026
True difference focused and unfocused shockwave!!
Stemwave and SoftWave are both advanced electrohydraulic extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) devices designed for regenerative medicine, pain relief, and reducing inflammation by stimulating stem cells. The primary difference is that Stemwave uses a focused,, precise beam (up to 12cm depth), while SoftWave produces an unfocused, broader wave.
Technology & Application: Both use electrohydraulic, spark-gap technology to create high-energy shock waves. Stemwave specializes in targeting deep, specific musculoskeletal structures (knees, shoulders, ankle, feet, hands and elbows) with a focused beam. SoftWave's unfocused, "spread out" wave is often better suited for larger, more generalized areas or superficial tissue.
Performance Differences: Some practitioners note that while similar, Stemwave has a higher pe*******on depth of up to (12 cm) for better access to complex, deep musculoskeletal structures compared to earlier radial technologies.
Both machines are often viewed as similar in function, with the choice often depending on whether the treatment requires intense, pinpoint accuracy (Stemwave) or broader, regional stimulation (SoftWave).
