The Wasabi Method is an innovative approach to musculoskeletal treatment utilizing radial pressure wave therapy. It aims to accelerate healing, reduce pain, and improve mobility through non-invasive, targeted therapy. The method component is the real point of difference between us and other radial pressure wave therapy device companies. We have created a comprehensive online education platform that teaches both medical and non-medical individuals to learn at their own pace.

Shock wave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic (sound) waves to stimulate repair and regeneration of soft tissues throughout the body. It is commonly used to treat chronic pain, tendinopathy (tendonitis), muscle injuries, ligament injuries, fractures, wounds, peripheral nerves, and many other musculoskeletal conditions.

Radial pressure wave therapy, a form of shock wave therapy, uses high-energy acoustic waves that are applied to the skin to promote tissue regeneration, reduce pain, and enhance mobility. The only difference between a shock wave and a pressure wave is that shock waves are defined as having a minimum peak pressure of 100 mPa. Pressure waves don’t quite reach 100 mPa and thus, since the Wasabi Method device does not reach 100 mPa, we call term it as a pressure wave device. However, the results for shock wave and pressure wave devices are quite comparable.

Yes, unlike most shock wave and pressure wave device manufacturer Wasabi Method will sell to non-medical (layman) individuals. The FDA has classified that Wasabi Method device as a class 1 device, which is basically considered a massage device. There, is a caveat: as a non-medical purchaser you are only legally able to work on yourself.  

Yes, you can purchase the education modules independently of the Wasabi Method device. In fact, we encourage owners of other devices to purchase our education modules to enhance their understanding and application of radial pressure wave therapy.

Yes, you can purchase the education modules independently of the Wasabi Method device. In fact, we encourage owners of other devices to purchase our education modules to enhance their understanding and application of radial pressure wave therapy.

You can purchase each education module individually, allowing you to tailor your learning experience to your specific needs and interests. For example, if you are a podiatrist and only wish to purchase the lower body module, as that is all you will be treating in your clinic then you may do so. However, if you are buying the Wasabi Method Device for personal use and are not licensed and insured to treat other people, you have to buy all modules as a package. 

No, there is no yearly fee for the education modules. Once purchased, you have lifetime access to the content.

Yes, Wasabi Method offers a membership that includes access to exclusive content, updates, monthly group Zoom calls, and support. The cost is $795/year, more details can be found on our website.

Yes, Wasabi Method offers face-to-face seminars for hands-on training and in-depth learning about radial shock wave therapy techniques and applications. The dates and locations of these seminars will be posted on our website.

Yes, we have a directory of practitioners who offer Wasabi Method treatments. This directory is available on our website for your convenience. When you purchase a Wasabi Method device you will automatically be added to our directory (unless you do no wish to be added).

Yes, there are certain contraindications for using the Wasabi Method device, such as:

• Treatment over air-filled tissue (lung, gut),
• Treatment of pre-ruptured tendons,
• Treatment of pregnant women,
• Treatment of patients under the age of 18 (except for the treatment of Osgood-Schlatter disease),
• Treatment of patients with blood-clotting disorders (including local thrombosis),
• Treatment of patients treated with oral anticoagulants,
• Treatment of tissue with local tumors or local bacterial and/or viral infections,
• Treatment of patients treated with cortisone (within the 6-week period following the last local cortisone injection).

. A full list of contraindications is provided with all the education modules and on our website.

The Wasabi Method can help with a variety of conditions, including but not limited to chronic pain, trigger points and myofascial pain syndrome, tendinopathy/tendonitis, osteoarthritis, superficial nonunion stress fractures, Osgood-Schlatter disease, painful exostoses (such as heel spur, Haglund’s deformity), stimulation of acupuncture points in pain management, proliferative connective tissue disorders (such as Dupuytren’s disease, plantar fibromatosis (Ledderhose’s disease), and induratio penis plastica (Peyronie’s disease), spasticity, plantar fasciitis, and soft tissue injuries. It promotes healing and pain relief in these and other musculoskeletal conditions.

Minimal maintenance is required for the Wasabi Method device. The piston within the handpiece has to be replaced after every 6-10 million impulses, at a cost of $100 + shipping. However, there may be occasional costs for replacement parts or servicing to ensure optimal performance.

Yes, the Wasabi Method device comes with a warranty. The device comes with a one-year manufacturer’s warranty on all parts. Further details can be found in the owner’s manual and on our website.