Advanced Radial Pressure Wave Technology for Musculoskeletal Care
Moveology 605 offers radial shockwave therapy using the STORZ Medical D-ACTOR 100 system. This noninvasive technology delivers controlled mechanical pressure waves to selected soft tissues. Our Sioux Falls clinical team evaluates your symptoms, movement and goals to determine whether this treatment may be appropriate for you.
Our clinic uses the STORZ Medical D-ACTOR 100, a pneumatic, ballistic radial pressure wave system. Compressed air drives a small projectile inside a handheld applicator. Each impact creates a pressure pulse that passes through the skin and spreads mechanical energy across the treatment region.
According to the supplier, the platform can deliver pressures up to 5 bar and works with interchangeable radial applicators. Maximum settings are not used on every patient; your clinician selects the applicator and settings for your treatment area and comfort.
Want to learn more about the equipment? See the D-ACTOR 100 from Vale Medical and STORZ Medical's technology overview.
Important difference
"Shockwave therapy" is used for two different technologies. Moveology 605 uses radial pressure wave therapy. Neither type is universally better — they distribute energy differently, and clinical evidence varies by condition.
Moveology's system
A different technology
| Radial | Focused | |
|---|---|---|
| How energy is made | Pneumatic (compressed air) mechanical pulses | Specialized generator producing acoustic shockwaves |
| Energy pattern | Strongest at the applicator, spreads outward | Concentrated at a selected focal point |
| Treatment field | Broader, more diffuse area | Narrower, targeted zone |
| Often considered for | Selected muscle, fascia, trigger point and tendon concerns | Selected deeper targets and specialized indications |
| At Moveology 605 | Yes — STORZ Medical D-ACTOR 100 | Not offered |
Patients in Sioux Falls often ask about shockwave therapy for plantar fasciitis and for muscle and tendon pain. Evidence differs by condition and by radial versus focused technology, and your treating provider decides whether this equipment is an appropriate option.
One of the most studied uses of radial pressure waves. Some patients report improved pain and function; results vary.
Lingering pain at the outside of the elbow and other selected tendon complaints may be evaluated.
Ongoing pain along the back of the heel or lower calf may be assessed to see whether this therapy fits.
Selected shoulder tendon concerns may be considered after examination.
Tender, tight muscle areas and trigger points are a common focus for radial technology.
The D-ACTOR 100 is not established for every musculoskeletal condition, and no treatment outcome is guaranteed.
The applicator generates mechanical pulses that pass into the targeted tissues. The energy spreads outward and decreases as it travels deeper.
Researchers are still studying how it works, including possible effects on pain signaling and tissue responses. Individual outcomes vary, and the treatment is not a permanent fix for an injury.
Technology supports our clinical decisions. It never replaces the assessment.
We listen to where it hurts, how long it has been going on and what you want to get back to.
A clinical assessment of movement, tissues and health history, so technology supports the decision rather than replacing it.
Individualized recommendations, including shockwave only when it is a reasonable option for you.
Regular reassessment, with adjustments to your care when needed.
You may feel repeated tapping, pulsing or temporary discomfort. Session length varies, and our team will explain what to expect.
Temporary soreness, redness, bruising or discomfort in the treated area are possible.
Whether shockwave therapy is safe and appropriate for you is reviewed with our doctors during your health consultation. Please share your full health history and any medical concerns so your care team can make the right recommendation.
Radial shockwave therapy, also called radial pressure wave therapy, is a noninvasive treatment that delivers controlled mechanical pressure pulses into selected soft tissues through a handheld applicator. The energy is strongest at the skin and spreads outward as it travels into the tissue. At Moveology 605 in Sioux Falls, it is considered only after our clinical team evaluates your symptoms, movement and goals.
Yes. Radial pressure waves are generated pneumatically and spread outward from the applicator, creating a broader, more diffuse treatment area. Focused shockwaves are generated by different equipment that concentrates energy at a selected point within the tissue. Neither is universally better. They have different physical characteristics and uses, and the research evidence varies by condition. Moveology 605 uses radial technology.
The D-ACTOR 100 is a radial pressure wave system made by STORZ Medical and supplied in the United States by Vale Medical. It uses compressed air to drive a projectile inside a handheld applicator, producing pressure pulses that are transmitted into the tissue. According to the supplier, it uses interchangeable applicators. Settings are chosen by the clinician for each patient and treatment area.
Radial pressure wave therapy has been studied for concerns such as plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles tendon pain, certain shoulder tendon complaints and muscular trigger points. The strength of the evidence differs from condition to condition, and results vary from person to person. Your provider will review your examination findings to decide whether this therapy is a reasonable option for you.
Plantar fasciitis and persistent heel pain are among the most studied uses of radial pressure wave therapy, and some research has reported improvements in pain and function for certain patients. Results are not guaranteed, and it is not right for everyone. At Moveology 605, heel pain is evaluated first so that any treatment, including shockwave, fits your overall care plan.
Most patients describe a repeated tapping or pulsing feeling, and some areas may feel tender or uncomfortable during treatment. Please tell your clinician how it feels so the treatment can be adjusted. Temporary soreness, redness or mild bruising afterward is possible. Our team will explain what to expect and give you follow-up instructions before you leave.
There is no single number that applies to everyone. Any recommendation depends on your evaluation, the area being treated and how you respond. Your provider will discuss a plan with you, review your progress at follow-up visits and adjust recommendations when needed. We do not require treatment packages, and we will not promise a specific timeline for results.
Shockwave therapy at Moveology 605 is offered as part of a treatment plan at our clinic, not as a stand-alone service. Care begins with a consultation so our team can understand your symptoms, movement and goals. If shockwave is a good fit, it is included in your individualized plan alongside the care your clinician recommends. Call 605-271-3578 or book a consultation online to get started.
Moveology 605 offers radial shockwave therapy at 5708 S Remington Place, Suite 100, Sioux Falls, SD 57108. Our clinic combines chiropractic care, acupuncture and advanced recovery technology under one roof. Call 605-271-3578 or schedule a consultation online to find out whether radial pressure wave therapy may be appropriate for you.
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