Shockwave therapy is a well-established, noninvasive option for several chronic musculoskeletal conditions (notably plantar fasciitis and some tendinopathies). Shockwave therapy (SWT) uses short, high-energy acoustic pulses delivered to the tissues to treat chronic tendon and soft‑tissue conditions.
Benefits
- Pain reduction and improved function in chronic tendinopathies.
- Improved tissue healing and reduced calcifications in some shoulder conditions.
- Non-invasive alternative to injections or surgery for selected patients.
- Can be used in clinic with relatively quick sessions (often 5–15 minutes).