Shockwave
Therapy
Shockwave Therapy is an advanced, non-invasive treatment used to accelerate healing, reduce pain, and promote tissue regeneration.
Shockwave
Therapy
Shockwave Therapy is an advanced, non-invasive treatment used to accelerate healing, reduce pain, and promote tissue regeneration.
At SCCS, we offer Radial Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (rESWT) as part of our physiotherapy treatment options to help patients recover from chronic musculoskeletal conditions that have not responded to other therapies.
How Shockwave Therapy Works
Shockwave therapy uses high-energy acoustic waves that are directed into the affected tissues. These waves:
- Stimulate blood flow and metabolic activity
- Break down calcific deposits and scar tissue
- Promote collagen production and tissue repair
- Reduce pain by desensitizing nerve endings
Treatment is fast, safe, and typically requires no downtime, making it ideal for patients looking for non-surgical solutions to persistent pain.
Shockwave therapy is clinically proven to be effective for a range of chronic conditions, including:
- Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee)
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis)
- Rotator cuff tendinopathy and calcific tendonitis
- Hip pain (gluteal tendinopathy, trochanteric bursitis)
- Shin splints and chronic muscle tightness
A typical session lasts 10–20 minutes and involves the application of a hand-held shockwave device to the affected area. You may feel mild discomfort during treatment, but most clients tolerate it well. A course of 3–6 sessions is usually recommended, depending on the condition being treated and how you respond.
- Non-invasive and drug-free
- Promotes natural healing
- No downtime or recovery period
- Long-lasting pain relief
- Backed by strong clinical evidence
- Often effective when other treatments have failed
Shockwave therapy is especially beneficial for people with chronic soft tissue conditions that have not improved with rest, exercise, or other conservative treatments. Your physiotherapist will assess your condition and determine whether this treatment is suitable as part of your personalized care plan.
Contact Us
Book an appointment today to find out if shockwave therapy can help you get back to pain-free movement and lasting recovery.