Still dealing with stubborn tendon or heel pain that isn’t improving?
Shockwave therapy is an evidence-based treatment that can help restart healing in long-standing injuries, without injections or surgery.
Shockwave Therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), is an effective and non-invasive treatment for injured soft tissue, specifically tendon and plantar fascia.
- Used to treat plantar fasciitis, achilles pain, patella tendon pain, tennis elbow and more
- Typically 4-6 sessions over a few weeks
- Designed for injuries that haven’t responded to rest or rehab
Not sure if shockwave therapy is right for you? Speak to one of our therapists.
At Recover Physio, we pride ourselves in not providing ‘gimmicky’ treatments, so you won’t find many electro therapies in our clinics, as most do not have the scientific research to back them up. Shockwave Therapy, however, has become a popular and proven form of treatment, so it is one that we regularly use at our clinic in Norwich.
What results can you expect?
Shockwave therapy is most effective for long-standing tendon and soft tissue injuries that haven’t improved with standard treatment.
Most patients notice:
- A gradual reduction in pain over the course of treatment
- Improved function and ability to return to activity
- Continued improvement after sessions have finished
How does shockwave therapy work?
Shockwave therapy delivers targeted energy into the affected tissue to stimulate healing. In simple terms, it helps to:
- Restart the body's natural repair process
- Improved blood flow to the injured area
- Reduce pain and sensitivity
What to expect
Here's what to expect after booking your shockwave therapy session with Recover Physio:
- Initial assessment: We confirm whether shockwave is the right treatment for your condition
- Start treatment: If appropriate, your first session can often begin immediately
- Ongoing plan: Most people require a short course of 4-6 sessions, alongside rehab exercises
How much is shockwave therapy at Recover Physio?
We offer shockwave therapy for £65 per session, delivered as part of a full treatment package.
How does shockwave therapy work?
Shockwave targets injured tissue with specially calibrated shockwaves. These create tiny cavitation bubbles in the tissue which then burst and stimulate blood flow, stem cell activity and pain reducing enzymes in the treated area. This results in pain relief, as well as stimulating long-term tissue repair. Additionally, it aids in stimulating cell regeneration and the healing process.
Your therapist will apply ultrasound gel to the treatment area, and using a handheld device, will apply light pressure. The device turns compressed air into sound waves which stimulate blood flow in the treatment area, helping cells to repair and regenerate and restarting the healing process that is limited in chronic conditions.
In summary, shockwave therapy changes your chronic condition back into an acute one, stimulating the body’s healing response.
Common conditions treated with shockwave therapy
Shockwave Therapy, in the right hands, can be the difference between a chronic tendon issue stopping you from being active, to you doing the things you want to do again. Shockwave therapy is suitable for treating chronic non-healing injuries.
It is excellent at treating:
- Achilles Tendinopathy
- Patella Tendinopathy
- Plantar Fasciitis (heel pain)
- Hip Tendinopathy
- Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Tennis elbow
- Back pain
Some clinicians promote it as a ‘cure all’ treatment, which is not 100% correct. The truth is that it is excellent at treating these conditions, but only at specific times in their development. The good news is that we can assess and recognise when these specific times are and use Shockwave accordingly to get you excellent results.
Shockwave Therapy Treatment in Norwich
If you'd like to book an initial shockwave therapy consultation, you can book online at our Princes Street clinic in Norwich, Norfolk.
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I had a nasty achilles injury from netball, which had dragged on for years and I thought might not be recoverable from. However, through Oliver's expertise and care, I gradually built my strength back up, improved the way I walked and landed, and got back up to walking about 10km a day and even started to run again!J Client at Recover Physio
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FAQs
Can anyone benefit from shockwave therapy treatment?
Shockwave therapy is a trusted and effective treatment, but it's not suitable for everyone. This treatment is not suitable if:
- You're pregnant
- You have a nerve disorder
- You have or have had any kind of bone cancer
- You have any metal plates or pins in the treatment area
- You have an infection in the treatment area
- You've received a steroid injection in the last 12 weeks
- You have a blood clotting disorder and/or take medication such as aspirin or warfarin
Does shockwave therapy work for scar tissue?
Unlike normal elasticated tissue, scar tissue is not elastic and can prevent normal movement that can weaken unaffected surrounding tissue, which can be a source of pain or further damage. Shockwave therapy increases blood flow and breaks down scar tissue. This helps to promote normal healing and a reduction in pain, stimulating cell regeneration.
How should I prepare for shockwave therapy treatment?
We recommend that you arrive for your treatment wearing loose fitting clothing that's easy to move around in. Your therapist will require access to the area that requires treatment, which can be easier when not restricted by clothing.