Our Services
Shockwave Therapy
What is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive therapy that uses sound waves to promote healing in damaged tissues as it helps stimulate the body’s natural healing processes, provides relief from pain, and can improves function.How Does Shockwave Therapy Help?
Shockwave therapy is particularly effective for areas of the body that suffer from chronic pain or damage due to overuse, injury, or inflammation. This includes muscles, tendons, ligaments, and areas around joints. By increasing blood flow and promoting natural healing, shockwave therapy can help reduce pain and discomfort in these regions.
How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?
Shockwave therapy works by delivering high-energy sound waves to the affected area. These sound waves create microtrauma or controlled injury to the tissues, which triggers the body’s natural healing response.
- What’s Involved In The Treatment
During the treatment, a handheld device is used to deliver the shockwaves to the targeted area. This procedure is non-invasive and is generally well-tolerated. We always adjust the settings to suit each patients’ specific needs (the condition you present with) and tolerance.
- Treatment Frequency
Multiple sessions are often required for optimal results, with patients typically experiencing improvement after the first few sessions. Depending on the specific needs of the patient, we usually recommend weekly to fortnightly treatments, however every person is different and we monitor progress and make any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.
- Pain Relief and Healing
The shockwaves stimulate increased blood flow to the area and the release of growth factors. This process accelerates tissue repair and regeneration, leading to reduced pain and improved function over time.
Shockwave therapy is a cutting-edge therapy that can provide relief from chronic lower limb pain and promote healing in damaged tissues. If you’re struggling with conditions like plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, or other chronic lower limb issues, shockwave therapy might be the solution you’ve been looking for.