Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses targeted acoustic waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing response. It can help reduce pain, improve tissue function and support recovery from persistent tendon, muscle and soft-tissue conditions.
BURTON CLINIC
Shockwave Therapy
A fast, non-invasive way to finally shift stubborn pain.
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) kick-starts your body's own healing response in tendons and soft tissue that have stopped healing on their own.
Book a Shockwave AssessmentWhen it can help
Conditions we treat with shockwave
Plantar Fasciitis
Persistent heel pain, especially first thing in the morning
Achilles Tendinopathy
Pain and stiffness through the back of the ankle
Patellar Tendinopathy
"Jumper's knee" pain below the kneecap
Tennis & Golfer's Elbow
Pain on the outside or inside of the elbow
Calcific Shoulder Tendinopathy
Shoulder pain linked to calcium deposits in the tendon
ITB Friction Syndrome
Pain on the outside of the knee from a tight ITB
Why it works
Why shockwave helps with pain
Shockwave delivers focused acoustic pressure waves through the skin, straight into the damaged tissue. This does three things tendons often can't do on their own once they're injured:
1
Increases blood flow to an area that's often poorly supplied, restarting the healing process
2
Stimulates collagen repair, helping the tendon rebuild stronger, better-organised tissue
3
Reduces pain signalling, calming down chronic, long-standing discomfort
Your treatment course
A short, structured course of sessions
3–6
Sessions, typically one week apart
~10
Minutes per session
0
Days of downtime needed
Most people notice an improvement within the first few sessions, with full tendon remodelling continuing over the following months as part of a wider rehab plan.
Safe & straightforward
Non-invasive, with no known side effects
No incisions, no needles, no anaesthetic
No known lasting side effects
Walk in, walk out — no recovery time
Backed by strong clinical evidence
Mild redness, soreness or bruising in the treated area for a day or two is normal and expected. Shockwave isn't suitable for everyone — we'll confirm it's right for you at your assessment.
Ready to finally shift that pain?
Book a shockwave assessment and find out if it's right for you.
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Frequently asked questions
What conditions do you treat?
We help with a wide range of problems including back pain, neck pain, joint pain, sports injuries, muscle strains, and long term aches and pains that have not settled on their own.
Do I need a GP referral to see a physiotherapist?
No. You can book directly with us without seeing your GP first. This means you can start treatment sooner and get a clear plan straight away.
How many sessions will I need?
This depends on your injury, how long you have had it, and your goals. Some people feel improvement quickly, while others benefit from a structured plan over several sessions. We will discuss this with you after your first appointment.
What happens at the first appointment?
Your first session includes a full assessment to understand what is causing your pain, followed by hands on treatment and clear advice on what to do next. You will leave knowing what is wrong and how we plan to help.
Will physiotherapy be painful?
Physiotherapy should not be painful, but you may feel some temporary discomfort as your body adapts. We always work within your comfort level and explain what to expect throughout treatment.
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