Bone Growth Stimulation Therapy

Advanced Osteogenesis

Non-Invasive Electromagnetic & Ultrasonic Bone Healing

Bone growth stimulation delivers low-level electromagnetic or ultrasonic energy to non-healing fractures and surgical fusion sites, activating osteoblasts to accelerate bone regeneration.

For complex fractures with delayed healing or high-risk non-unions (such as Fifth Metatarsal Jones fractures), non-invasive bone stimulation triggers natural bone consolidation without secondary surgical procedures. At Manhattan Podiatry Group, Dr. Mark Sharobeem, DPM, prescribes custom home stimulation regimens tailored to your recovery goals.

Non-Invasive Focus

Pain-Free Daily Stimulation

Painless energy signals pass directly through cast material or walking boots, triggering cellular bone mineralization during simple daily home treatment sessions.

Procedure at a Glance

Primary Indications:

Delayed fracture unions, bone non-unions, high-risk Jones fractures, post-surgical fusions.

Technology:

Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) or low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS).

Daily Regimen:

20 to 30 minutes daily at-home session over boot or cast.

Treatment Duration:

3 to 6 months depending on radiographic fracture progress.

Clinical Pathway

How Bone Growth Stimulation Works

1 Assessment Phase

Radiographic Evaluation

X-rays or CT scans confirm delayed bone bridging or non-union gaps, determining exact device placement over the fracture site.

2 Active Phase

Cellular Activation

Targeted signal waves stimulate osteoblast cell production and calcium deposition, forming new trabecular bone bridges across the gap.

3 Monitoring Phase

Progressive Weight-Bearing

Serial X-rays monitor bone density growth, guiding safe progression from non-weight-bearing status back into normal shoes.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I feel any pain or tingling during stimulation?

No. The electromagnetic or ultrasonic waves are completely imperceptible and painless to body tissue.

Can I use a bone growth stimulator over surgical screws or plates?

Yes. Non-invasive stimulators are designed to safely operate around surgical hardware like titanium screws and plates.

How many hours a day do I need to wear the device?

Most modern ultrasonic systems require only 20 minutes once daily, while continuous PEMF models are worn for longer daily periods as prescribed by Dr. Sharobeem.

Is bone growth stimulation covered by insurance?

Yes, most health insurance plans cover bone stimulators when clinical non-union criteria or specific high-risk surgical conditions are met.