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RADIAL SHOCKWAVE THERAPY
WHAT ARE RADIAL SHOCKWAVES?
Radial shockwaves are low energy pressure waves that are delivered into damaged tissues such as the tendons and muscle, this increases blood flow, has an analgesic effect and stimulates the body’s natural repair and regeneration processes.
HOW CAN SHOCKWAVE HELP ME?
Shockwave therapy can be used to treat a range of conditions and injuries including:
Plantar Fasciitis, Myofascial Pain, Tendon Pain, Achilles, Knee, Elbow, Shoulder, Hamstrings and more.
If you've been assessed by a medical practitioner and have been diagnosed with one of the following conditions Shockwave therapy can also be effective:
Gluteal, Adductors, Proximal Hamstring, Tennis/Golfers Elbow, Distal Biceps, Calcific Tendinopathy.
HOW SUCCESSFUL IS THE TREATMENT?
After only 2–3 sessions, many patients report complete pain relief or significant pain reduction.
The therapy eliminates pain or restores mobility, thus improving your quality of life. In chronic conditions alone, an overall success rate ranges from 60–80% when other therapeutic treatments have failed.
HOW MANY SESSIONS ARE NEEDED?
The amount of treatment sessions will vary dependent on the type of conditions being treated. As a rule, 3–6 treatment sessions are advised. Sessions last about 20–30 minutes.
IS SHOCKWAVE THERAPY PAINFUL?
You may experience some discomfort during treatment but the pain should be tolerable. Energy levels can be adjusted accordingly. Due to the analgesic effect of Shockwave Therapy many patients report immediate pain relief following treatment.
IS SHOCKWAVE THERAPY SAFE?
Shockwave therapy is very safe, it has NICE guidance for many indications and is used within the NHS.
HOW MUCH DOES A SESSION COST?
Sessions are £30 approximately, subject to treatment and treatment time.
HOW CAN I BOOK A SESSION?
For more information or to book a session, call Mark on 07590 402448 or use the contact form below.