Healthcare practitioners should be aware that counterfeit shockwave therapy machines falsely branded as Storz Medical are actively being sold through online marketplaces, including this example:

AliExpress Listing (Fake Storz Device)

This product is not manufactured, endorsed, or supported by Storz Medical or Shockwave Canada, and it presents serious risks to clinical safety and legal compliance.

Key Indicators of a Fake Device

  1. Incorrect Handpiece and Attachments
  2. The counterfeit models feature a handpiece design and treatment heads that differ significantly from official Storz Medical units. Authentic devices use proprietary engineering and attachments with verified calibration standards.
  3. Unregulated Voltage Options
  4. The fake listing shows various voltage configurations for different countries. Genuine Storz Medical systems are designed for a single voltage standard and are explicitly pre-configured for Canadian electrical specifications. Storz Medical devices sold through Shockwave Canada are calibrated for use only within Canada.
  5. Lack of Health Canada Approval
  6. This machine is not certified by Health Canada, which is a legal requirement for any medical device used in Canada. Use of such a device can result in non-compliance, liability, or patient harm.
  7. Unauthorized Sales Channels
  8. Authentic Storz Medical equipment is never sold through AliExpress or similar third-party websites. All legitimate sales in Canada are handled by authorized Storz Distributors such as Shockwave Canada.

 Risks of Using Counterfeit Devices

  • Unsafe and untested energy output
  • No access to clinical training, support, or warranties
  • Legal liability for using unapproved medical equipment
  • Potential for patient injury or treatment failure

Protect Your Practice

  • Buy only from verified sources: In Canada, the official authorized distributor is Shockwave Canada.
  • Verify device authenticity by Checking serial numbers and approval certificates.
  • Educate your team: Ensure that clinic staff can visually distinguish between fake and real units.
  • Report suspicious equipment: Help protect the profession by reporting fraudulent listings or unauthorized devices.

For Verification or Support, Contact
Shockwave Canada
shockwavecanada.com
brian@shockwavecanada.com
1-888-741-7462