Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) | Colne Valley
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is a fast, effective, and non-invasive treatment for acute and chronic pain. Using a series of high-energy impulses, ESWT targets injured areas to promote healing without the need for surgery or painkillers, helping you recover more quickly.
We offer ESWT at our Colne Valley clinic, and it’s often recommended as an alternative to cortisone injections or surgery for patients with persistent heel, Achilles or forefoot pain that hasn’t responded to routine treatment
How ESWT works?
Shockwave therapy stimulates an inflammatory response in the affected area. This boosts metabolic activity, accelerates tissue repair, encourages cell growth, reduces pain, and restores mobility. It also helps break down scar tissue and calcifications, promoting natural healing.
Benefits of ESWT
- Stimulates the body’s own healing process
- Immediate pain relief and improved movement
- Non-invasive alternative to cortisone injections or surgery
- Minimal side effects
Conditions Treated with Shockwave Therapy
- Heel, Achilles, and forefoot pain
- Heel spurs and plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendonitis
- Osgood–Schlatter disease
Book an Appointment
You can book online for a First Appointment – Foot & Ankle Pain. During this consultation, one of our experienced podiatrists will assess your condition and recommend the best treatment plan tailored to your symptoms.
FAQs:
Is shockwave therapy painful?
Most patients feel a tapping or mild discomfort during treatment rather than pain. Any sensitivity typically settles quickly once the session ends.
How many sessions will I need?
Most treatment plans involve a course of several sessions spaced a week or so apart, depending on your condition. Your podiatrist will confirm a plan at your first appointment.
How soon will I feel results?
Some patients notice improvement after the first few sessions, though it can take several weeks for the full benefit of treatment to develop as the body’s natural healing response continues.
What conditions is shockwave therapy used for?
ESWT is commonly used for plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles tendonitis, and Osgood–Schlatter disease, among other chronic pain conditions.
Do I need a referral to book?
No referral is needed; you can book a Foot & Ankle Pain directly with us at our Colne Valley clinic.
