Radial Pressure Wave Therapy in Knoxville, TN
RPW therapy gives us another way to support stubborn soft-tissue and joint problems, especially when pain has been hanging around longer than it should.
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Reviewed by: Dr. Craig A. Hennie, D.C.
Role: Chiropractor
License/registration: NPI: 1467696161 | Tennessee State Chiropractic License Number: DC0000001884
Reviewed for: clinical accuracy, patient safety, scope-of-practice accuracy, and service appropriateness
Last reviewed: June 29, 2026
Radial Pressure Wave therapy, often shortened to RPW, is a focused shockwave-style treatment that sends mechanical pressure waves into targeted tissue. It is commonly used to support care for stubborn tendon, soft-tissue, fascia, and joint-related problems that have not settled with rest alone.
At Homberg Chiropractic & Wellness, RPW therapy is not treated as a stand-alone gimmick. Dr. Hennie uses it as part of a broader evaluation of movement, joint mechanics, and tissue load. When appropriate, RPW may be paired with chiropractic care, non-spinal care, dry needling, or functional exercise so the irritated tissue is supported while the larger movement pattern is addressed.
Benefits Of Radial Pressure Wave Therapy
RPW therapy may help patients dealing with stubborn soft-tissue irritation, tendon pain, plantar fascia symptoms, or joint-related discomfort that keeps flaring with activity. The benefit is targeted support for tissue that needs more than passive rest, while still keeping the bigger picture in view. Dr. Hennie evaluates why the tissue is overloaded, not just where it hurts, so RPW can fit into a more complete plan.
Dr. Hennie’s care model combines RPW with chiropractic assessment, extremity care, and functional rehabilitation when clinically appropriate. Book an evaluation when pain keeps limiting walking, gripping, lifting, training, or normal daily movement. Seek urgent medical care first for major trauma, sudden severe swelling, suspected fracture, infection signs, chest pain, unexplained calf swelling, or symptoms that feel unsafe or rapidly worsening.
Conditions Radial Pressure Wave Therapy May Help
RPW therapy is often considered for stubborn tendon, fascia, soft-tissue, and joint problems that keep flaring during work, exercise, sports, or daily movement. It may be part of care when a painful heel, elbow, shoulder, knee, ankle, or arthritic joint needs targeted support alongside better movement mechanics and stronger clinical follow-through.
Knee Pain Treatment
We assess the hip, ankle, pelvis, and patellar tracking to find what is loading the knee.
Ankle Pain and Injury Treatment
We restore ankle mechanics and address compensation patterns that can lead to recurring sprains or instability.
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
We assess the foot, ankle, and lower chain to address the load driving heel and arch pain.
Golfer’s Elbow and Tennis Elbow Treatment
We combine RPW, soft tissue care, extremity adjusting, and upper-chain assessment for chronic elbow pain.
Arthritis and Joint Pain Treatment
We help arthritic joints move better, reduce restriction, and support long-term strength and independence.
Shoulder Pain Treatment
We evaluate the shoulder as part of a connected system by assessing the joint, rotator cuff, neck, and upper back.
How We Use RPW Therapy As Part Of A Care Plan
RPW therapy starts with identifying whether the painful tissue is the main problem or the result of a movement pattern somewhere else. Dr. Hennie may look at joint motion, muscle control, local tenderness, activity demands, and how the area responds to loading. That helps determine whether RPW is a good fit or whether another service should take priority.
During treatment, focused pressure waves are applied to the target area based on your tolerance and clinical presentation. RPW may be used alongside non-spinal chiropractic care, functional rehabilitation, dry needling, or other appropriate services when the goal is to support tissue recovery and better movement. The plan stays specific, because a painful heel, elbow, shoulder, or knee does not always need the same approach.
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Dr. Craig Hennie, Chiropractor
Dr. Craig Hennie has served Knoxville Bearden since graduating from Cleveland Chiropractic College in 2002. His recovery from chronic post-accident headaches shaped his function-first approach. He is Zone Certified, Board Qualified for Acupuncture, a Certified Medical Examiner, and trained in whiplash rehabilitation, cold laser therapy, kinesio taping, and non-spinal disorders.
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Madison McGill, Office Manager and Chiropractic Therapy Assistant
Madison keeps the clinic running with the efficiency and warmth that sets the tone for every patient experience. She is a certified chiropractic therapy assistant with more than four years in the chiropractic field.
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Salem Plaag, Chiropractic Therapy Assistant
Salem brings experience and attention to detail to every patient interaction as a certified chiropractic therapy assistant.
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Serving Knoxville, Bearden, And Nearby Communities
Homberg Chiropractic & Wellness serves patients from Knoxville, Bearden, Sequoyah Hills, West Knoxville, areas near downtown Knoxville, and the University of Tennessee community. Our location and care model are built for patients who want a thorough evaluation, clear recommendations, and function-focused chiropractic care.