Shock Wave Therapy: A Proven Solution for Pain Relief and Healing

Shock Wave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive treatment that effectively addresses a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. This innovative therapy is particularly beneficial for issues such as Achilles tendinopathy, tennis elbow, and plantar fasciitis, which are often challenging to resolve with other treatments.

Using high-pressure acoustic shock waves, this therapy stimulates pain relief, tissue repair, and natural healing processes by targeting the affected areas beneath the skin.

Benefits of Shock Wave Therapy

Pain Relief

Effectively alleviating chronic and acute pain, this therapy targets nerve endings to block pain signals. It provides long-term comfort, improving mobility and overall quality of life.

Stimulates Healing

The therapy boosts blood flow and oxygen to damaged tissues while activating growth factors. This promotes tissue repair and regeneration, accelerating the body’s natural healing processes.

Non-Invasive and Safe

This treatment is surgery-free, requiring no anesthesia or extended recovery time. It’s a proven low-risk option with minimal side effects, offering a convenient and effective solution.

Improves Function and Mobility

By breaking down adhesions, the therapy restores joint range of motion and reduces calcifications. This enhances flexibility, helping patients regain better function and physical performance.

Breaks Down Scar Tissue and Calcifications

Scar tissue and calcium deposits in tendons and muscles are effectively dissolved. This restores normal movement, reduces stiffness, and promotes a healthier, pain-free range of motion.

Conditions Treated with Shock Wave Therapy

Musculoskeletal Conditions

Treats plantar fasciitis, tendinopathies (Achilles, patellar, shoulder, elbow, hamstring, gluteal), calcific tendonitis, bursitis, shin splints, and osteoarthritis. Reduces pain, inflammation, and stiffness, while improving joint function and promoting faster recovery from spine and tendon-related issues.

Sports Injuries

Accelerates recovery from stress fractures, muscle strains, and sprains. Helps heal both acute and chronic sports injuries by enhancing blood flow, repairing tissues, and restoring mobility, enabling athletes to regain performance and reduce the risk of re-injury.

Chronic Pain Conditions

Provides relief for myofascial pain syndrome, back, and neck pain. Targets trigger points, reduces tension, and alleviates discomfort caused by muscle imbalances, ligament strain, or nerve compression to restore comfort and improve quality of life.

What to Expect: Results and Recovery

Some patients experience immediate pain relief, while others may need 3-5 sessions for optimal results.

Minor side effects, such as redness or bruising, may occur but typically resolve within a few days.

HOW DO I BOOK AN APPOINTMENT?

You can book an appointment by clicking the book online button below or by calling 03 96992499.

Appointments are available Monday – Saturday.
No referral is required