Does SoftWave Therapy hurt?

Most patients describe it as a firm tapping sensation. It can feel tender over an inflamed area — that tenderness actually helps us pinpoint the source of your low back pain — but there are no needles, no incisions, and no numbing agents. You walk out and go straight back to your day.

How many sessions will I need?

It depends on how long you've had the problem and how much tissue damage is involved. Many people feel a difference after the first session, and most low back cases are managed with a short series of visits. We'll map out an honest recommendation after your exam — no surprise long-term contracts.

What happens at my first $49 visit?

A one-on-one consultation, a full orthopedic and neurologic exam of your low back, imaging if it's clinically necessary, a clear explanation of what's actually causing your pain, and your first SoftWave treatment.

SoftWave uses FDA-cleared, patented electrohydraulic acoustic wave technology. It's non-invasive and drug-free, with no downtime. We review your health history first so we can confirm you're a good candidate.

I've already had back surgery — can I still be treated?

Often yes. Post-surgical patients frequently come to us with lingering pain, stiffness, or scar tissue. We'll evaluate your history and surgical site and tell you honestly whether SoftWave is appropriate for you.

SoftWave Therapy For Low Back Pain

Low Back Pain That Won't Let Up? Tired of Pills, Injections & Waiting It Out?

Here's How SoftWave Therapy Helps Your Body Heal Itself.

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Sound familiar?

Your Back Has Been Running Your Life

If you recognize yourself in this list, your low back isn't just "getting older" — something structural is still unresolved.

Stiff, aching low back that's worst first thing in the morning
Pain, numbness, or tingling shooting down into the hip or leg
Can't sit through a movie or stand through a grocery run
Flare-ups every time you bend, lift, or twist the wrong way
Pills, injections, or PT helped for a while — then it came back
You've been told surgery is the next step

The technology

What Is SoftWave Therapy?

SoftWave is patented, FDA-cleared acoustic wave technology. Unfocused shockwaves travel through the tissue of your low back, increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and activating your body's own resident repair cells so damaged tissue can rebuild.

Activates repair cells

Wakes up dormant stem cells in the treated area.

Increases circulation

New blood vessel growth feeds healing tissue.

Reduces inflammation

Calms the chemical irritation driving your pain.

Why it works

Built For Stubborn Low Back Pain

Non-surgical & drug-free

No incisions, no needles, no prescriptions. Just focused acoustic waves delivered right where your back hurts.

Reaches the damaged tissue

Unlike surface treatments, SoftWave's waves travel deep into the muscles, discs, and joints of the lumbar spine.

10–15 minutes, no downtime

Sessions are short and you drive yourself home. Many patients notice a difference after the very first visit.

Addresses the cause

We're not chasing the symptom. We find why your low back keeps failing and build a plan around fixing it.

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Here's What's Included

Initial Consultation$65
Full Orthopedic & Neurologic Exam$150
Imaging (if clinically necessary)$100+
First SoftWave Therapy Treatment$125
Personalized Report of Findings$50
Total Value$490+

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Federal insurance exclusions may apply. Ask the front desk for details.

Our approach

How We Get Your Low Back Better

01
Find the root cause
A thorough consultation and exam of your low back — not a five-minute glance and a guess.
02
Restore proper movement
Precise chiropractic adjustments take pressure off irritated joints and nerves in the lumbar spine.
03
Accelerate healing with SoftWave
Acoustic waves stimulate blood flow, recruit your body's own repair cells, and calm inflammation.
04
Relieve disc pressure
When discs are involved, non-surgical spinal decompression gently unloads the segment so it can recover.
05
Keep it from coming back
Simple strength and mobility work so your low back holds the progress you paid for.

Meet The Doctor

Dr. Nick Heiss, D.C.

Chiropractor & Clinic Owner, Heiss Chiropractic — Lincoln, NE

Dr. Nick Heiss, chiropractor and owner of Heiss Chiropractic in Lincoln, Nebraska

Dr. Heiss was born in O'Neill and raised in the small town of Page, Nebraska — where hard work, kindness and respect shaped the way he cares for patients today.

His own journey into chiropractic started after a rollover accident left him with severe neck pain and recurring vertigo. Natural, focused care gave him his life back, and it sparked a passion for helping others regain their health, mobility and freedom.

Today he blends specific prone technique with Gonstead, Diversified, Extremities, Sports Medicine, Activator and Zone Technique — plus regenerative SoftWave Therapy — to find and correct the root cause of stubborn low back pain. He speaks at local and national chiropractic conferences and continues advanced training every year.

Dr. Heiss and his wife live in Lincoln with their four daughters, and spend their free time outdoors and at sporting events.

Doctorate of Chiropractic, Parker College of Chiropractic (2009)
Certified X-ray Technician, Radiologic Technology School, Omaha
B.A. with a minor in Athletic Training, Midland Lutheran College
Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association member

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Also treated here

More Than Just Low Back Pain

Chronic low back painSciatica & leg painBulging or degenerative discsNumbness & tinglingArthritis & joint painHip and SI joint painPost-injury back painPain that hasn't responded to other care

Patient stories

Lincoln Patients, Real Relief

"I came in barely able to stand up straight after a lower back injury. Between the adjustments and the SoftWave therapy, I'm back to lifting and playing with my kids."
Ryan M.

"They actually took the time to explain what was going on with my back instead of just cracking me and sending me out the door. Huge difference."
Angela T.

"Years of sciatica down my right leg. A handful of visits here and it's night and day. Wish I'd come in a lot sooner."
Dave K.

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