Shockwave Therapy is an innovative way to combat your pain.
Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is a targeted form of therapy that can be used to help people with chronic and acute pain. The shockwaves are specially designed to stimulate the healing process, reduce inflammation, and improve flexibility in injured tissues.
Free yourself from chronic pain
We know that living with chronic pain can be frustrating, but we’re here to help you get back on the path to wellness. Our team are committed to helping you find the treatment that will work for you. That’s why we offer so many non-surgical options like Shockwave Therapy!
What Is Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is a medical procedure that uses shockwaves to stimulate blood flow in a particular area of the body.
It is also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) and it is used to treat some types of chronic pain, including plantar fasciitis and tennis elbow.
Shockwaves are generated by an electronic device that sends acoustic waves into the body. The waves are transmitted through a probe, which sits on the skin over the area to be treated.
The sound waves cause microtrauma in the tissues which leads to an inflammatory response that speeds up the healing process. This is why it is most effective in treating chronic injuries or pain which have been around for a long time.
What do we recommend Shockwave Therapy for?
Shockwave Therapy often termed ESWT is commonly used as it has been found to be effective in pain reduction and improvements in function for chronic tendon issues. These may typically include consitions such as
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Golfers Elbow
- Tennis Elbow
- Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy
- Patella Tendinitis
How many sessions will you need?
Whilst the number of sessions we deliver can vary, and we will allow you complete control of your care, the overall research shows that three sessions are required to demonstrate its maximum effectiveness.
The sessions are optimally delivered one week apart which aloso allows us to develop a suitable and progressive ‘loading program’.
Following three sessions we will review your condition and discuss the optimal next steps with your approval.
Are there any side effects to Shockwave Therapy?
One of the most appealing things around using shockwave therpay is the fact that is innovative, non invasive with very few reported side effects.
Some of the documented side effects include redness, bruising and a small amount of pain during the treatment.
However, we will work with you to make sure that any side effects are reduced from the treatment.
How much is a session of Shockwave Therapy?
Our Shockwave Therpay sessions are priced at £70 per
session and they are 30 minutes in duration.