Shockwave

Shockwave Therapy for Foot & Lower Limb Conditions

Shockwave therapy is a safe, evidence-based non-invasive treatment option that is often recommended by our expert Podiatrists. Treatment that uses focused acoustic waves to accelerate the healing of injured muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. It is widely supported by research and has proven effective for conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, and other musculoskeletal issues. By stimulating blood flow, promoting new blood vessel formation, and encouraging collagen production, shockwave therapy not only relieves pain but also enhances the body’s natural healing processes. For many patients, it means faster recovery times and a quicker return to their normal activities—without the risks or downtime associated with more invasive procedures.

How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?

Shockwave therapy uses a handheld device that’s applied directly over the injured area. When activated, it sends precise, high-energy sound waves through the skin and into the tissues beneath. These sound waves trigger the body’s natural healing responses by:

• Increasing local blood flow

• Encouraging the production of growth factors and stem cells

• Stimulating the formation of new blood vessels

• Resetting inflammation cycles and prompting fresh healing

• Reducing inflammation markers for less pain and quicker relief

The Treatment Process

Each shockwave therapy session typically lasts about 10–15 minutes per affected area. After applying a thin layer of ultrasound gel, your practitioner will use a handheld device to deliver targeted shockwaves to the treatment site. It’s quick, straightforward, and often described as feeling like gentle pulses against your skin.

Kick start or Re-Start the Healing Process

Shockwave is used to kickstart and supercharge the healing process. Even if your injury has been slow to heal, shockwave therapy can restart the healing cycle. By causing a controlled, localized inflammation, the body recognizes it needs to direct more repair cells to the area, aiding older or chronic injuries that haven’t responded well to other treatments.

Conditions Shockwave Therapy Can Help Treat

We’ve found shockwave therapy particularly effective for a range of tendon and muscle problems, both new and long-standing. Common conditions include:

• Plantar fasciitis (heel pain)

• Shin splints

• Achilles tendinopathy (acute or chronic)

• Other tendinopathies

• Iliotibial band syndrome (knee pain)

• Some forms of chronic bursitis

• Seasmoiditis

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Because we take a holistic approach, shockwave therapy is just one tool we may use. Your treatment plan might also include other therapies—like soft tissue mobilisation, custom orthotics, prescribed exercises, dry needling, and gait retraining—depending on your specific situation, goals, and lifestyle.

How Many Sessions Do You Need?
For the best possible outcomes, most patients undergo 3–5 sessions. These appointments are usually spaced about one week apart, giving your body time to heal and respond positively between treatments.