WHAT IS
Shockwave Therapy?
Radial Shockwave Therapy is the ideal treatment go-to for chronic tendon injuries. Whether it’s chronic Tennis Elbow or the reoccurring Achilles tendon issue, Shockwave Therapy could be the help you need. It’s an ideal treatment for those who have had tendon pain for more than 3 months.
How does it work?
Shockwave Therapy is applied via a handheld machine which creates acoustic waves and when these waves reach the affected tissues they stimulate cellular activity and trigger a biological response to the area. The waves also stimulate the formation of new blood vessels to the treated tissue which enhances nutrient delivery and oxygenation, accelerating the body’s natural healing process. The inflammatory response also initiates the tissue regeneration progress together with tissue remodelling and pain modulation.
Why choose Shockwave Therapy?
Unlike surgical interventions, radial shockwave therapy is non-invasive, reducing the risks associated with more aggressive treatment. It provides a safe and effective alternative, minimising downtime and potential complications.
Shockwave Therapy must also include a structured rehabilitation program to include tendon loading. Loading the tendon progressively is key to its adaptation and resilience. Controlled loading, guided by a physiotherapist helps prevent re-injury and encourages the tendon to regain its optimal strength.
The synergy between Shockwave Therapy and targeted rehabilitation not only accelerates recovery but also promotes lasting improvements in tendon health and function.
What are the benefits of
Shockwave Therapy?
Immediate reduction of pain and improved ease of movement, it is a non invasive alternative to surgery, steroidal injections and oral medication.
It is used to treat:
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Achilles Teninopathy
- Tennis elbow
- Subacromial pain syndrome
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome.
- Patella tip syndrome
- Shin Splints
- Tendonitis of the shoulder
- Primary and secondary lymphoedema
- Peyronie’s disease
- Morton’s Neuroma
- Acute and chronic soft tissue wounds
- Cellulite
