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Shockwave therapy
Acoustic pulses that stimulate healing in long-standing tendon complaints.
About the treatment
Shockwave therapy uses strong acoustic pulses that are delivered to the painful area through the skin. They stimulate blood flow and the body's own repair processes in tendons that have been painful for a long time. Shockwave is never a treatment on its own: it always goes together with a loading programme that makes the tendon stronger.
Who is this treatment for?
- You have had tendon pain for more than three months
- Exercise therapy alone has not helped enough
- The complaint is in the heel, Achilles tendon, knee, hip, shoulder or elbow
- You are willing to keep doing your exercises at home
The consultation and preparation
The first conversation is free and without obligation. We discuss your complaint and whether shockwave is a sensible option. If you decide to go ahead, a full assessment follows.
During the assessment we examine the tendon, often with ultrasound, and we explain what you can expect from the sessions.
How the treatment works
A session takes about fifteen minutes. The therapist applies gel and moves the applicator over the painful spot. The pulses can be uncomfortable; we adjust the strength to what you can tolerate.
Recovery and aftercare
The area may be tender for a day or two. Avoid heavy loading for 48 hours, then continue your exercise programme. Most people need four to six sessions, one week apart.
Important information about the treatment
During the consultation your therapist goes through the treatment carefully with you. We discuss what you can expect, the recovery and the points that matter for your personal situation. There is of course plenty of room for questions.
Price
This treatment falls under private care: you pay the costs yourself. The price is fixed beforehand and you receive it in writing after the consultation, so you can think it over at your leisure.
View the price list or request a free consultation.
Results in pictures
Progress of our own patients, with their permission and without editing. Slide across the photo to compare the start and week 12.
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Week 12
Results differ per person: starting point, fitness, age and recovery all play a part. View all results
Frequently asked questions about this treatment
It can be uncomfortable, especially in the first session. We adjust the strength to what you can tolerate, and most people find it quite manageable.
Many people notice improvement after three to four sessions. The full effect often takes six to twelve weeks, together with your exercises.