Shockwave Specialist
Chiropractic & Neuropathy Specialist
How Shockwave Therapy changed Dr. Matthew DiDuro personal and professional life!
Dec 7, 2022 — 40 min 36 sec — General Shockwave Therapy
In this informative episode of I Love Shockwave, Uran Berisha is joined by Dr. Matthew DiDuro, a leading expert in regenerative medicine and chiropractic care. Dr. DiDuro shares how integrating both radial and focused shockwave therapy into his clinic protocols has drastically improved patient outcomes and expanded his clinical reach.
They discuss how shockwave therapy has become a critical solution for treating chronic musculoskeletal conditions such as plantar fasciitis, shoulder tendinopathies, and Achilles pain—especially in patients who had failed with other therapies. Dr. DiDuro walks through real case studies, showing how combining radial and focused modalities with proper biomechanics and patient assessment delivers exceptional results.
This episode also unpacks key business insights—how to properly train staff, educate patients, and structure treatments to ensure compliance and retention. Whether you're a physiotherapist, chiropractor, clinic manager, or healthcare entrepreneur, you’ll discover how to implement shockwave therapy effectively, increase patient satisfaction, and position your clinic at the forefront of regenerative healthcare.
Key Takeaways
- Dr. Matthew DiDuro transitioned from traditional regenerative therapies (PRP, prolotherapy) to expanding his toolkit with radial and focused shockwave.
- His breakthrough cases involved notoriously tough injuries—like chronic tendonitis—healing within weeks.
- He adopts a layered protocol, combining modalities (radial/focused shockwave, laser, manual therapy) for holistic, 3D tissue repair.
- Highlighted cases include rapid recovery in shoulder, Achilles, and hip patients, showcasing shockwave's versatility.
- Business growth came through premium pricing, patient satisfaction, and word-of-mouth referrals anchored in results.
- Staff training is pivotal—teams must understand biomechanics, neurology, and correct dosages for consistent outcomes.
- Shockwave accelerates healing timelines (weeks vs months), enhancing clinic turnover and reducing recurrence.
- He sees shockwave as the centerpiece of Physio 3.0—melding regenerative tech with functional rehab and chronic care.
- Patient-centric care wins: quicker relief, deeper results, and better quality of life spark trust and loyalty.
- As shockwave becomes more mainstream in North America, savvy practitioners can leverage it to establish themselves as innovators in non-invasive medicine.
Chapters
- 00:00Intro & Guest Arrival
- 02:00Medical Foundations
- 04:30First Shockwave "Aha" Moment
- 07:00Device Setup & Overview
- 09:45Patient Case Studies
- 13:00Protocol Methodology
- 16:00Staff Training Essentials
- 18:30Business & Patient Experience
- 21:30Obstacles & Overcoming Skepticism
- 24:00Scaling Operations
- 26:00Clinical vs. Device Focus
- 28:00Metrics & Measuring Success
- 30:00Physio 3.0 & Future Outlook
- 33:00Final Advice for Clinicians
- 35:30Rapid-Fire Q&A
- 38:00Closing Thoughts
- 40:00End of Episode
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