Wayne NJ Shockwave Therapy Review: Zero of 16 Patients Required Cortisone or Surgery

Wayne, United States – July 14, 2026 / Spectrum Therapeutics of NJ – Physical Therapy /

WAYNE, N.J. – A clinical review conducted at Spectrum Therapeutics of NJ found that 87.5% of 16 patients treated with FDA-cleared extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) were resolved or much improved, and none of the 16 patients went on to require a cortisone injection or surgery. The Wayne, New Jersey physical therapy practice published the findings as demand for non-surgical tendon pain treatment NJ patients can access without a physician referral continues to rise among those managing persistent heel, elbow, and hip conditions.

A Non-Surgical Option Amid Caution About Repeat Cortisone

The review examined outcomes for patients treated for conditions including plantar fasciitis and heel pain, Achilles tendinopathy, tennis elbow, patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee), and gluteal and hip tendinopathy. In recent years, both clinicians and patients have raised questions about the long-term effects of repeated cortisone injections on tendon tissue, contributing to broader interest in alternatives. Shockwave therapy for plantar fasciitis and other chronic tendon conditions represents one such option supported by FDA clearance.

ESWT functions by delivering acoustic pressure waves to the affected tissue, stimulating blood flow and activating the body’s natural repair response. Each session typically lasts approximately five to ten minutes, is non-invasive, and allows patients to return to normal activity the same day. At Spectrum Therapeutics of NJ, ESWT is not administered as a standalone treatment. It is combined with manual therapy and individualized exercise programming as part of a broader rehabilitation approach.

Results Averaged Fewer Than Two Sessions Per Patient

Among the 16 patients reviewed, most reached resolution in one to three sessions, with an average of fewer than two shockwave sessions per patient. The clinic, which holds 289 five-star Google reviews, operates as a single-provider practice where every patient receives one-on-one care directly from Dr. Rob Letizia, PT, DPT.

“When patients come in with chronic tendon pain that has not responded to rest or other conservative care, shockwave gives us a clinically supported tool that does not involve needles or surgery,” said Dr. Rob Letizia, PT, DPT of Spectrum Therapeutics of NJ. “The fact that none of our 16 reviewed patients needed a cortisone shot or procedure afterward is meaningful, especially for people trying to avoid those paths.”

New Jersey’s direct-access law permits patients to begin physical therapy without a physician referral. Those seeking shockwave therapy in Wayne NJ or ESWT Wayne NJ can schedule directly with the practice. Shockwave therapy for Achilles tendinopathy and tennis elbow shockwave therapy are among the most frequently treated presentations at the clinic, alongside shockwave therapy for plantar fasciitis cases.

About Spectrum Therapeutics of NJ

Spectrum Therapeutics of NJ is a single-provider physical therapy clinic in Wayne, New Jersey, where Dr. Rob Letizia, PT, DPT delivers one-on-one care for musculoskeletal conditions including tendon pain, orthopedic injuries, and post-surgical rehabilitation. The practice is located at 601 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 103, Wayne, NJ 07470. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (973) 689-7123 or by visiting spectrumtherapynj.com.

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