Yes, Shockwave is a very safe treatment when administered by a Specialist Physio. It is approved by the NICE guidelines in the UK as an effective treatment for tendon pain. It is widely used by: NHS, Top orthopaedic hospitals and most high profile Professional Sport teams like: Team GB, Premiership Football and Welsh Rugby.

We do advise taking relative rest after a shockwave treatment for the first 24 hours and not to take non steroidal anti inflammatories.

• It’s a fast treatment - only takes 10mins to administer.

• Significant clinical benefit – often works within a few sessions.

• Rapid pain relief after every treatment.

• It’s non-invasive.

• Safer than having a steroid injection - but produces a similar outcome.

• Backed up by strong clinical evidence (over 200 papers published)

Current research recommends a minimum of 3 weekly sessions, followed by a period of rehabilitation exercise after, to strengthen the injury back up. (Stubborn/chronic tendons may need up to 6 sessions).

If you are a new patient, then we would recommend booking an Initial Consultation first, to assess your injury thoroughly before starting off any shockwave treatment.

If you are already undergoing treatment then please discuss Shockwave with your treating clinician.
*If you have private health insurance this treatment may or may not be covered on your policy. Always check with your insurance company first before booking.