Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave therapy treatment sessions are about 10-15 minutes in length, during which you can be given up to 4000 pulses during each session. This is typically done at weekly intervals. Many patients get pain reduction after the initial 1-2 sessions, and most require 4-6 sessions for pain relief and to get back to their normal activity.

Does Shockwave Therapy hurt?

Shockwave therapy may cause discomfort, particularly when higher power levels are employed to break down scarring in tendons to expedite healing. However, we ensure that the overall power and discomfort experienced remains within your personal tolerance level. Interestingly, many patients experience such significant relief after the initial shockwave treatment that they express a desire to intensify the therapy further. Nonetheless, we adhere to a gradual increase in intensity to prevent any potential adverse reactions.

Who should not use Shockwave Therapy?

• When there is a cancerous tumour at the site of treatment
• If a steroid injection has been undertaken for the injured tissue and site
• Individuals with blood-clotting disorders or taking anti-coagulant medications as they are at an increased risk of bruising and bleeding
• Active infections in and around the area of treatment
• Individuals with nerve disorders and conditions that affect sensations

Shockwave therapy may exacerabte these issues

Are there side effects to Shockwave Therapy?

There are no known serious side effects of Shockwave Therapy. Shockwave Therapy is non-invasive.

If the power is turned up too high and too quickly during treatment, you may experience some mild swelling, bruising, soreness to the area for a few days after. However, this is avoided by a slow and gradual increase of intensity and power over the course of a few sessions.

Common conditions that Shockwave Therapy is used for in the lower limb and foot: