Our Shockwave Therapy service provides an advanced, non-invasive treatment for chronic pain conditions such as plantar fasciitis, tendinopathies, and musculoskeletal injuries.
What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic (sound) waves delivered through a handheld device to treat chronic, stubborn musculoskeletal conditions — particularly tendon problems like plantar fasciitis or tennis elbow that haven't responded well to more conservative treatment. The device delivers a series of pulses to the affected area over a short session.
It's often considered for injuries that have become chronic (typically lasting more than six weeks) and have plateaued with other treatments.
How It Helps With Healing
Chronic tendon injuries can sometimes get "stuck" in a state of poor healing, where the tissue doesn't have enough blood flow or cellular activity to fully repair itself. Shockwave therapy creates controlled microtrauma in the treated tissue, which triggers the body to respond as though it's a new injury — increasing blood flow and switching on the cellular repair processes that had stalled.
This renewed healing response, combined with a structured loading and exercise program, gives chronically injured tendons a genuine opportunity to remodel and strengthen rather than remain stuck in a cycle of pain and re-irritation.
How CornerPoint Physiotherapy Approaches It
- An assessment to confirm shockwave therapy is the right fit for your condition.
- High-energy acoustic waves used to stimulate tissue repair and improve blood circulation.
- Sessions customized to your specific condition and severity for optimal results.
- A treatment plan integrated with the rest of your rehabilitation program.
Who This Can Help
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tendinopathies (e.g. Achilles, patellar)
- Chronic musculoskeletal injuries
- Conditions that haven't responded well to other conservative treatment
Shockwave Therapy is effective in accelerating healing, improving mobility, and reducing dependency on medications, supporting a faster and safer recovery.
💡 Every plan is personalized
This page covers the basics of shockwave Therapy, but your treatment plan is built around a hands-on evaluation of your specific condition, history, and goals — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
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