ISMST Certification Course

ISMST – Online ESWT Certification Course

Designed to give physicians a comprehensive understanding of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy.

Instructors:
Prof. Wolfgang Schaden, Prof. Karsten Knobloch, Prof. Carlos Leal, Prof. Ludger Gerdesmeyer, Dr. Sergej Thiele, Priv. Doz. Rainer Mittermayer, Dr. Jose Eid, Prof. Cyrill Slezak

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14 Comprehensive Modules

Everything you need to learn ESWT
in one enganging package.

Expert Level

Only for Physicians.

Official Certificate by ISMST

Including a one year ISMST Membership!

100% Online

Visualize shockwaves like never before, recorded in Virtual Reality.

Boost your career

The Gold Standard in Shockwave Therapy Education

Developed in collaboration with the oldest shockwave society in the world (ISMST), this course is the most comprehensive online training available. Learn directly from the experts who created the field of modern shockwave therapy, earning an internationally recognized certificate that validates your expertise, demonstrates your commitment to excellence, and provides the credibility boost your career needs.

Science based: We provide top level education at the highest clinical and scientific standard and exclusive content from established ESWT researchers and internationally recognized key opinion leaders in shockwave therapy.
Highly efficient: Our 3D platform reveals previously invisible shockwaves in unprecedented detail paired with state of the art didactic concepts from international online education experts to provide the most efficient learning experience.
Most convenient: Your time is valuable, finish the official certification course on your notebook, office PC, tablet or mobile phone. Anytime, anywhere, at your convenience.

Independent & Impartial: All shockwave visualizations are based on accurate physical measurements and scientifically validated 3D computer simulations.
Stay up to date easily: ESWT is a thriving field of research with new indications, therapy options and techniques emerging at an accelerated pace. We will make sure that you stay well informed at all times with regular live online events.
Certified & connected: The course will provide you with an official ISMST certification, an optional, free of charge ISMST membership and an optional listing as a certified ESWT practitioner at ShockwaveExperts.com.

Content Covered

This vision for a novel ESWT learning experience combines a comprehensive, modular curriculum with a strong foundation in current research, ensuring both depth and clinical relevance. By integrating evidence-based content with interactive, simulation-rich pedagogy, the course fosters active engagement and practical skill development. Designed to support lifelong learning, it prepares clinicians to optimally apply ESWT in diverse settings while staying informed about ongoing advancements in the field.

Explores the fundamental physical properties of wave propagation and shockwave formation. ESWT technologies will be discussed and compared to provide a more complete understanding of generating pressure fields.

Expert Statements

It’s truly exciting to bring this level of science-based ESWT education to a global audience – this course is a major leap forward for the entire field.
Priv. Doz. Rainer Mittermayr
Former President of ISMST
Finally, a comprehensive and flexible course that matches the complexity and potential of ESWT, I’m thrilled it’s about to launch!
Dr. Carlos Leal
President of the Hispano-American Association of Football Medicine.
We’ve poured our clinical experience and research into this program.
Dr. Sergej Thiele
Trauma & Knee-Surgeon, Instructor/Teacher for Manual Medicine
This course sets a new standard. I’m proud to be part of a project that will shape the future of shockwave therapy education.
Prof. Cyrill Slezak
Prof. of Physics, Utah Valley University

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Frequently Asked Questions

This course and certification is for Medical Doctors only, who have permission to treat patients using shockwave therapy in their respective countries. You are required to confirm that you meet all qualification criteria before you register for the course. Please note that we and the ISMST reserve the right to conduct random verification checks at our discretion prior to certificate issuance.

Courses for physiotherapists and other medical professions will follow soon. Pre-register now!

You will have 365 days from the time you enroll in the course.

Yes, this course comes with an optional one-year ISMST membership, starting from the day you enroll.

Yes! Upon successful completion, you will receive an official certificate issued by the ISMST – recognized internationally as the gold standard in shockwave therapy education.

Yes! The course includes quizzes at the end of each chapter and a final exam consisting of multiple-choice questions. The final exam must be passed before a certificate can be issued. Students may attempt the final exam multiple times if needed.

This course is entirely online – no physical classroom attendance required. Access lectures, readings, and assignments anytime, anywhere through your web browser on any device. The certificate obtained through this course is the official digital certificate issued by the ISMST. If you wish to attend an in-person training, the ISMST also offers one-day Instructional Certification Courses (ICC) for hands-on, practical training.

The course is technology-neutral and covers all clinically relevant shockwave generation methods, including electrohydraulic, piezoelectric, electromagnetic and radial. Visualizations and content are based on scientifically validated 3D simulations and independent physical measurements, ensuring unbiased, high-quality education regardless of your device.

This is the only online course officially certified by ISMST, featuring 3D and VR-based simulations, science-backed content, and insights from the world’s top ESWT key opinion leaders. It’s the most comprehensive and advanced online training available in this field.

No. You only need a mobile phone, tablet, laptop, or PC. The course includes videos, audio, interactive visualizations, text, presentations, and quizzes—no VR required. Some of the videos shown are recordings from our VR environment where ESWT experts demonstrate different techniques.