The healing power of Radial Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave Therapy is an evidence-based treatment that involves passing high energy sound waves into damaged tissues to increase blood flow and stimulate repair whilst reducing pain and allowing your body to restart its own natural healing process.
It is widely used in physiotherapy, podiatry, osteopathy, sports medicine, urology and orthopaedics to provide fast pain relief and increased mobility. Shockwave Therapy is clinically proven, and used by high-profile professional sports bodies.
Sinead at Seven Hills Podiatry is a qualified Shockwave Therapy practitioner.
Who will benefit from this treatment?
This therapy can be useful for those suffering from;
- plantar fasciitis
- achilles pain
- tendinopathies
- tendinitis
- a running injury
FAQs
Is Shockwave Therapy painful?
You may experience some sensation or discomfort, as the energy is delivered deep inside the tissue. Due to the analgesic effect of Shockwave Therapy many patients report immediate pain relief following treatment.
Is it safe?
Shockwave therapy is very safe. It has NICE guidance for many indications and is used within the NHS. Shockwave Therapy performed by qualified therapists is largely risk-free.
How successful is it?
After only 1 to 2 sessions, many patients report pain relief or pain reduction. The therapy reduces pain and can help to restore mobility, thus improving your quality of life.
How long does treatment last?
The amount of treatment sessions will vary dependant on the type of conditions being treated. Everybody’s treatment plan will be different – some people benefit from 2 – 3 treatment sessions, whilst others have ongoing treatment to help manage their symptoms or health conditions. Each session lasts approx. 20 minutes.