Orthopaedic shockwave therapy
Orthopaedic shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment which is helpful in providing pain relief for patients suffering from a number of common painful orthopaedic conditions, such as heel pain (plantar fascilitis), tennis elbow, shoulder pain, tendinopathies of Achilles tendon and Patella tendon and other painful areas like trochanteric bursitis.
The treatment works by using shockwaves to treat the painful area. The consultant locates the painful area by palpation, or in some cases using ultrasound, then applies a contact gel before administering the shockwaves. The procedure is non invasive, only lasts a few minutes and results in significant pain relief eight to ten days after the first treatment.
Generally, one to three sessions are required but your consultant will advise whether you are suitable for this therapy and discuss an appropriate treatment plan with you. Each treatment session lasts approximately 15 minutes.
Appointments and enquiries
This treatment is performed by a Consultant Orthopeadic Surgeon, please see the related consultant for more information including clinic times and appointments.
