Effective Treatment for Persistent Pain and Tendon Injuries
Shockwave Therapy (Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy or ESWT) is a non-invasive treatment used to help manage chronic tendon, muscle, and soft tissue injuries. It delivers high-energy acoustic waves to injured tissues, stimulating the body’s natural healing response, reducing pain, and improving function.
Shockwave Therapy is often recommended for conditions that have persisted for several months and have not responded adequately to rest, exercise, or other conservative treatments.
Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
- Non-invasive treatment
- No injections or surgery required
- Stimulates tissue healing and regeneration
- Helps reduce pain and improve function
- Minimal downtime after treatment
- Can be combined with physiotherapy rehabilitation for optimal outcomes
Conditions Treated
Shockwave Therapy has been shown to be particularly effective for a range of chronic tendon and soft tissue conditions, including:
Tendinopathies
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Patellar tendinopathy (Jumper’s Knee)
- Gluteal tendinopathy
- Hamstring tendinopathy
- Rotator cuff tendinopathy
- Biceps tendinopathy
Foot and Heel Pain
- Plantar fasciopathy (Plantar Fasciitis)
- Heel spurs
Elbow Pain
- Tennis elbow
- Golfer’s elbow
Shoulder and Hip Pain
- Calcific tendinopathy
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
- Chronic shoulder tendon pain
Shockwave Therapy is most effective when combined with a personalised physiotherapy treatment and exercise program.
What to Expect
Your physiotherapist will conduct a thorough assessment to determine whether Shockwave Therapy is appropriate for your condition.
Treatment involves applying acoustic waves directly to the affected area and typically takes 10–15 minutes. Most patients require a series of 3–6 sessions, usually spaced one week apart.
Some discomfort may be experienced during treatment, but intensity can be adjusted to maintain comfort.
Is Shockwave Therapy Right for You?
Shockwave Therapy may be suitable if you have experienced persistent tendon or soft tissue pain for more than three months and have not achieved sufficient improvement with other treatments.
Book an assessment with our physiotherapy team to determine whether Shockwave Therapy could help you return to the activities you enjoy.
Results vary between individuals. Treatment recommendations are based on a comprehensive physiotherapy assessment and clinical presentation.