Shockwave therapy for stubborn tendon, heel and sports pain.
Focused and radial shockwave therapy for conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, heel pain, patellar tendon pain, tennis elbow, shoulder tendon problems and other persistent musculoskeletal injuries.
A modern treatment option for pain that is not settling.
Shockwave therapy uses targeted acoustic energy over an injured or irritated area. It is commonly used as part of a wider plan for long-standing tendon and soft tissue problems, especially where rest, footwear changes or simple exercises have not been enough.
Diagnosis-led treatment
We start by understanding the likely cause of your pain. Where needed, your plan may include clinical assessment, diagnostic ultrasound, biomechanics advice or footwear and orthotic planning.
Targeted therapy
Shockwave is applied directly to the painful tendon or soft tissue area. Treatment may be focused or radial depending on your condition and clinical suitability.
Clear recovery pathway
Shockwave often works best alongside load management, strengthening, footwear guidance, stretching or physiotherapy-style rehabilitation.
Common conditions treated with shockwave therapy.
Shockwave may be considered for a range of persistent foot, ankle and musculoskeletal conditions after assessment.
Your shockwave pathway.
Assessment
We review your symptoms, injury history, aggravating activities and previous treatment. If you are new to the clinic, an assessment is usually the best starting point.
Suitability check
Shockwave is not right for every patient. We check for precautions such as recent steroid injection, anticoagulant medication, clotting disorders, pregnancy or treatment near a tumour site.
Treatment plan
If suitable, shockwave may be used alongside strengthening, load management, footwear advice, orthotics or diagnostic ultrasound depending on the condition.
Review and progress
We monitor your response and adjust the plan so the focus stays on pain reduction, better function and a safer return to activity.
Book the right shockwave appointment.
New patients should usually start with an assessment so we can confirm whether shockwave is suitable and whether focused or radial shockwave is the right option.
Foot & Ankle Pain Assessment
For new patients with heel pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles pain, ankle pain or sports-related foot and ankle pain.
Focused Shockwave Therapy
For patients who have already been assessed or advised to book focused shockwave therapy.
Radial Shockwave Therapy
For patients who have already been assessed or advised to book radial shockwave therapy.
Not sure what to book?
Use the free booking guidance call if you need help choosing the most suitable appointment. This is booking guidance only, not a free clinical consultation or assessment.
Shockwave therapy FAQs.
Is shockwave therapy used for plantar fasciitis?
Yes, shockwave therapy is commonly considered for persistent plantar fasciitis or plantar fasciopathy, especially where symptoms have not settled with first-line care.
Does shockwave replace assessment?
No. We still need to understand the cause of your pain and whether shockwave is suitable. Assessment helps avoid treating the wrong structure or missing another issue.
Can it be used for shoulder, knee or elbow pain?
Shockwave can be used for selected tendon-related shoulder, knee and elbow conditions. Suitability depends on the diagnosis, your health history and the exact area being treated.
How many sessions will I need?
This depends on the condition, severity, duration of symptoms and response to treatment. Some patients are advised a course of sessions, often alongside exercises or load management.
Are there reasons I may not be suitable?
Possible precautions include pregnancy, active tumour in the treatment area, recent steroid injection, pacemaker, blood clotting disorders or anticoagulant medication. We check these before treatment.
Ready to check if shockwave therapy is right for you?
Book an assessment or contact the clinic and we will help guide you towards the most suitable appointment.