What patients can expect…

The acoustic waves generated by the PiezoWave2T MyACT therapy sources converge at a point deep within the soft tissue to produce an intense, extremely short duration pressure wave. This focused acoustic compression force is translated to the surrounding tissue like an extremely precise therapeutic deep tissue massage.

1. As the clinician identifies the massage treatment site(s), these will be charted for future massage treatments.
2. The clinician will then apply a thin coat of coupling gel. This gel helps to translate the acoustic sound waves generated by the therapy head to the body.
3. The clinician will start the massage treatment at a very low output setting and increase the power to a level that is tolerated by the patient and allows for definition of the massage treatment site. The output level and acoustic wave frequency rate may vary from location to location based on the depth and type of tissue being massaged.
4. As the clinician moves the therapy source around the area, the patient will experience a deep, dull ache that feels familiar, akin to the minor pain they typically experience. The clinician will ask the patient to report when he or she feels the ache and will adjust the output of the device to the appropriate level tolerated by the patient. The clinician will ask the patient to confirm that the therapy source is still creating the ache and may adjust the location of the treatment area based on the patient’s feedback. If at anytime the treatment becomes uncomfortable, the patient is instructed to mention this to the clinician and the output is adjusted to a comfortable level.
5. After the massage treatment is completed, the coupling gel will be removed and the patient can return to their normal activities. The patient may experience some minor aches or discomfort after treatment. It is not unusual for patients to notice flushed or reddened skin around the treatment site.