Do you have stubborn injuries that are taking a long time to heal? Shockwave therapy is for chronic pain and tissues that are stubborn in healing.
Clinically-proven, non-invasive treatment
Shockwave therapy (also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy or ESWT) is a non-invasive, clinically-proven treatment that uses targeted, high-energy acoustic waves to stimulate your body’s natural healing processes. It’s designed to break the cycle of chronic pain and promote repair in stubborn, injured tissues. It’s commonly used for various musculoskeletal issues, such as tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, and bursitis.
How it works at a cellular level
Shockwaves activate fibroblasts—the cells responsible for repairing connective tissues like tendons—helping to promote healing. They also reduce pain through two key mechanisms. One is hyperstimulation anaesthesia, where the intense barrage of stimuli from the shockwaves overwhelms local nerve endings, temporarily decreasing their activity and providing short-term pain relief.
We’ll discuss your history, examine the area, and explain exactly how shockwave can help you.
The treatment head is placed on your skin with a gel. You may feel a deep, tapping sensation as the waves are delivered precisely to the injured tissue.
Shockwave is most powerful as part of a complete rehab strategy. Your therapist will guide you through any necessary exercises or activity modifications to support and prolong your results. While some feel improvement after one session, a typical plan involves 3–5 short sessions, spaced about a week apart.
STUBBORN, PERSISTENT PAIN
Shockwave therapy is a great option for people who have been dealing with stubborn, long-lasting pain that hasn’t gone away with rest, medication, or standard treatments. It’s especially helpful for active adults, athletes, or workers suffering from chronic tendon issues such as:
If you have pain that flares up during certain movements, limits your activity, and hasn’t improved over several months, shockwave therapy could help. It offers a non-invasive, drug-free approach that stimulates your body’s natural healing process—without surgery or injections.
Our physios conduct a thorough assessment to diagnose the root cause of your pain and problem
We devise a tailored treatment plan to relieve pain, strengthen the body and restore function.
We increase your strength and wellness baseline levels by setting goals beyond pain management.
We help with chronic pain and stubborn injuries that haven’t responded to standard treatments.
Shockwave therapy is a proven, effective treatment for chronic pain that is backed by research. Studies show it works well for ongoing tendon problems like tennis elbow and plantar fasciitis, and it is both safe and non-invasive.
It works in two important ways:
Because it promotes true tissue repair instead of just masking pain, shockwave therapy is considered one of the best treatments for stubborn, long-term soft tissue injuries.
If you’re tired of living with persistent pain that limits your life or sport, shockwave therapy at Elevate could be your pathway to recovery. Our expert therapists are here to provide a clear diagnosis, a scientifically-backed treatment plan, and the support you need to heal effectively. Don’t just manage your pain—resolve it.
Most conditions (e.g., plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow) require 3–4 sessions, though up to 6 may be needed for severe, long-term issues.
The level of discomfort during ESWT varies between individuals. Most people find it mildly uncomfortable rather than truly painful. The treatment location also plays a role—areas with thinner skin and less muscle padding (like over the hip bone) tend to feel more sensitive than thicker, more muscular regions (such as the calves).
Shockwave therapy (ESWT) is widely regarded as a safe, non-invasive treatment with minimal risks when performed correctly. The most frequent side effect is a short-lived increase in pain or soreness at the treated site, which typically resolves quickly. Other common, mild reactions can include temporary redness, swelling, bruising, or slight skin irritation in the area. While serious complications are uncommon, rare cases have been reported, such as skin burns, nerve irritation or damage, tissue injury, or—in very exceptional instances—tendon rupture. To keep risks as low as possible, it’s essential to select an experienced, qualified provider who follows proper protocols, uses appropriate dosing, and carefully evaluates your individual health profile before treatment.
We help with acute injuries and pain, as well as chronic conditions.
Our physios see people pre- and post-surgery as per surgeon orders,
