Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave Therapy is a non-surgical treatment that uses low energy sound and pressure wave to treat musculoskeletal injuries by promoting the body’s natural healing processes and reducing pain. Injuries treated include:

• Tendinopathies
• Plantar fasciitis
• Stress fractures

Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive procedure where a device transmits shockwaves into the injured area, stimulating blood flow and growth factors to encourage tissue regeneration. It creates micro-trauma and micro-tears in damaged tissues, triggering the body’s healing response to stimulate new blood vessel growth, cell proliferation and the release of growth factors. It is often considered for patients with chronic pain and musculoskeletal conditions who have not responded to more conservative treatments.

Types of Shockwave Therapy

Radial Shockwave: Generates pressure waves at lower energy levels and is effective for soft tissues like fascia, tendons, and muscles.

Focused Shockwave: Delivers higher energy to target deeper tissues, making it suitable for bone-related conditions like stress fractures.

Shockwave therapy can be used for various musculoskeletal conditions, including:

Tendon Issues: Achilles, patellar, elbow, and hamstring tendinopathy

Plantar Fasciitis: Heel pain caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia

Bone Injuries: Stress fractures and delayed bone healing

Joint Problems: Arthritis and calcific tendon disease

*Patients may experience discomfort during treatment, followed by temporary mild pain or bruising, but many report significant pain reduction and improved quality of life.