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Shockwave Therapy At Hackney Podiatry & Health
Shockwave Therapy is a safe, non-invasive treatment widely used for tendon-related injuries older than 12 weeks.
If you want to accelerate your rehabilitation and achieve lasting relief, this evidence-based treatment offers proven benefits for conditions such as:
- Plantar fasciitis (heel pain/fasciopathy)
- Achilles tendinopathy (tendinitis)
- Heel spurs
- Medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints)
- Proximal hamstring tendinopathy
- Morton’s neuroma
- Stress fractures
- Peroneal tendinitis
- Plantar fibroma
- Calcaneal bursitis
- Sesamoiditis
- Chronic musculoskeletal pain in the ankle and foot area
In multiple clinical studies, Shockwave Therapy has been shown to boast the following benefits:
- Significant pain reduction
- Stimulation of tissue repair and cell growth
- Formation of new blood vessels to accelerate healing
- Increased collagen production to strengthen tendon structure
How many visits will I need?
Evidence suggests that 4 sessions yields best outcomes, however treatment varies on the individual.
Shockwave is not suitable for injuries that have lasted less than 12 weeks – if this applies to you, please book instead for Podiatry.
FAQ
Shockwave Therapy FAQs
Does shockwave therapy hurt?
You may feel some discomfort during treatment as the pressure waves are applied, but it is usually well tolerated and only lasts for a few minutes of each session. We adjust the intensity to your comfort.
How soon will I see results?
Some people notice improvement within a few weeks, though healing continues over the weeks following a course of treatment. A typical course is around four sessions.
Is shockwave therapy evidence-based?
Yes. It is supported by clinical research for chronic tendon and soft tissue conditions such as plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinopathy.
Is shockwave therapy suitable for me?
It is best suited to injuries lasting twelve weeks or more. For more recent injuries we would recommend a podiatry appointment first. If in doubt, get in touch and we will advise.