Otherwise known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) is an innovative, cost-effective, evidence-based treatment for tendon pain (often known as tendinitis or tendinopathy) and other conditions throughout the body. Extracorporeal means outside of the body.
The main benefits of shockwave are pain relief and restoration of function. Shockwave therapy has been shown to be an effective treatment modality for a range of common tendon complaints including plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy and tennis elbow.
Shockwave therapy is a safe, non-invasive treatment with convincing evidence for its effectiveness from a large body of research and clinical trials. There are now multiple, randomised, double-blinded clinical trials that support the use of shockwave therapy for plantar fasciitis, lateral epicondylitis, and calcific tendinitis of the shoulder
You can be referred by your GP or a consultant, and we have partnerships with most insurance companies. You can also pay for private physiotherapy treatment and do not need a referral.
Please call the clinic during opening hours on 01462 735700 or email admin@physiospinalclinic.co.uk, and a member of our reception team will contact you as soon as possible.
Appointments last up to 30 minutes, with initial assessments ranging from 30-45 minutes depending on the nature of your condition.
Please wear loose and comfortable clothing, such as shorts, which allows the clinician adequate access to carry out treatment. You will be advised during your assessment if it is necessary to wear particular clothing.
