Shockwave Therapy Doreen & Balwyn North
Shockwave Therapy
When persistent pain needs another approach
Ongoing tendon, muscle or soft tissue concerns can sometimes be difficult to manage, particularly when symptoms continue despite changes to activity, exercise or other treatment approaches.
At reHealth, our practitioners take the time to understand your symptoms, activity levels and health history before considering whether shockwave therapy may be appropriate for you. Shockwave therapy uses acoustic energy delivered to a targeted area. Where clinically appropriate, it may be used alongside other treatment approaches such as exercise rehabilitation, hands-on therapy and activity modification.
Your practitioner will discuss whether shockwave therapy is suitable for your individual presentation and explain what you can expect from treatment.
Shockwave Therapy
A targeted approach to shockwave therapy
Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves delivered to a specific area of the body through a handheld applicator. Depending on your presentation and treatment goals, your practitioner may use focused shockwave, radial shockwave, or a combination of approaches.
Focused shockwave therapy delivers acoustic energy to a more specific and targeted area. It may be considered when treatment needs to be directed towards a particular structure or deeper area of concern.
Radial shockwave therapy delivers acoustic energy outwards from the applicator across a broader treatment area. It may be considered when a wider area of tissue requires treatment.
The intensity and treatment approach will be adjusted according to your individual presentation and response.
Treatment may involve:
- Targeted shockwave therapy
- Clinical assessment and treatment planning
- Monitoring your response to treatment
- Exercise or rehabilitation alongside treatment
- Activity and load management advice where appropriate
Shockwave Therapy
What we may use shockwave therapy for
Shockwave therapy may be considered as part of the management of certain persistent tendon, soft tissue and musculoskeletal concerns. Suitability depends on your individual presentation and assessment.
Foot and ankle concerns
- Plantar fasciitis/ Plantar heel pain
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Persistent heel-related concerns
- Shin-related pain
Knee and hip concerns
- Patellar tendinopathy
- Tendon-related knee concerns
- Gluteal tendinopathy
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
Shoulder and upper-limb concerns
- Some tendon-related shoulder concerns
- Calcific shoulder conditions
- Lateral elbow pain
- Medial elbow pain
- Tendon-related elbow concerns
Other tendon and activity-related concerns
- Hamstring tendinopathy
- Persistent tendon-related symptoms
- Activity-related soft tissue concerns
- Overuse-related tendon concerns
Could shockwave therapy be an option for you?
If you're experiencing persistent tendon or soft tissue concerns, an assessment can help determine whether shockwave therapy may be appropriate as part of your care.
Understanding your shockwave therapy treatment
Assess
We begin by discussing your symptoms, health history, activity levels and what you’ve been experiencing.
Your practitioner will assess the relevant area and consider whether shockwave therapy is appropriate for your individual presentation. This includes considering whether focused shockwave, radial shockwave or another treatment approach may be appropriate.
Understand
We’ll explain our findings in clear language and discuss the treatment options that may be relevant to you.
If shockwave therapy is considered appropriate, we’ll explain how it works, whether focused or radial shockwave is recommended, what treatment may involve and any relevant considerations.
Support
Treatment may be provided alongside exercise rehabilitation, activity modification or other appropriate care.
Your practitioner will monitor your response and discuss any changes to your management plan where required.
Shockwave therapy, tailored to your individual presentation
Our practitioners take the time to understand your symptoms, activities and individual circumstances before recommending shockwave therapy. Where appropriate, treatment may involve focused shockwave, radial shockwave, or a combination of approaches, alongside exercise, rehabilitation and other treatment strategies.
The type of shockwave used will depend on your individual presentation, the area being treated and your practitioner’s clinical assessment.
- Physiotherapist
- Speaks: Cantonese, English, Mandarin
- Available at: Balwyn North
- Physiotherapist
- Speaks: Can understand Japanese, Cantonese, English, Mandarin, Shanghainese
- Available at: Balwyn North
Frequently Asked Questions
What is shockwave therapy?
What is the difference between focused and radial shockwave therapy?
What does shockwave therapy feel like?
How many shockwave therapy sessions will I need?
Can shockwave therapy be combined with other treatment?
Is shockwave therapy suitable for everyone?
Can I exercise after shockwave therapy?
Will shockwave therapy hurt or have any side effects?
Do I need a referral for shockwave therapy?
Exploring your treatment options
If you’re experiencing persistent tendon or musculoskeletal concerns, our team can assess your individual presentation and discuss whether shockwave therapy may be appropriate for you.
We’ll take the time to explain your options clearly and help you understand the role shockwave therapy may have within your broader care.