Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment commonly used for long-standing tendon and soft tissue pain.
At Live Free Wellness in Putney, shockwave therapy may be used on its own or alongside rehabilitation to help reduce pain, improve movement and support function in persistent tendon conditions.
This treatment is drug-free, does not require surgery, and is widely used in sports and musculoskeletal care.
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) uses controlled acoustic sound waves delivered through the skin to the affected area. These sound waves increase local blood flow and tissue activity, which may help reduce pain and improve function over a course of treatments.
Shockwave therapy is commonly used for tendon-related conditions, particularly in the foot, ankle, knee, hip, elbow and shoulder.
The use of Shockwave Therapy for tendon issues is well supported by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). NICE have produced guidelines for the use of shockwave in the treatment of Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis and calcific tendinopathy.
Shockwave therapy in Putney London.
How does Shockwave Therapy work?
Shockwave therapy works in two main ways:
- It may help reduce pain by temporarily desensitising pain-sensitive nerve endings
- It stimulates a local tissue response by increasing circulation and metabolic activity in the treated area
This process may help reduce pain, improve movement and support function over a course of treatments.
🔹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Your appointment begins with a full assessment to confirm whether shockwave therapy is appropriate for your condition.
Treatment is delivered using a handheld device applied to the affected area and usually lasts 5–10 minutes. A course of sessions may be recommended depending on your symptoms and response.
Shockwave therapy can be used as a stand-alone treatment or combined with rehabilitation exercises for best results.
🔹INSURANCE
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Shockwave therapy may be available as a self-funded treatment and is recognised by several major health insurers, including AXA PPP.
Personalised assessment and evidence-based care to help manage pain and support recovery.
Shockwave therapy may be used to help manage a range of tendon and soft tissue conditions, including:
Painful inflammation of the tendon attachment on the lateral elbow.
Painful limitation of shoulder movement.
Painful inflammation of the tendon attachment on the medial elbow.
Painful swelling over the lateral hip.
Painful swelling over the lateral hip.
Inflammation of the point of attachment of the patellar ligament.
Painful irritation of the Achilles tendon.
Painful, mostly chronic inflammation of the heel.
Personalised assessment and targeted treatment for persistent tendon and soft tissue pain.
Shockwave therapy may be provided as a stand-alone treatment or combined with rehabilitation, and is recognised by major health insurers including AXA PPP.
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