What is Shockwave Therapy?
-Shockwave Therapy is a fairly new alternative treatment administered by professionals like medical doctors, physiotherapist and chiropractors. Radial Shockwave Therapy is a series of high energetic shockwaves applied to the area that needs treatment. A shockwave is a purely mechanical wave, not an electric one.

How does Shockwave Therapy work?
-The treatment initiates an inflammation-like condition in the tissue that is being treated. The body responds by increasing the blood circulation and metabolism in the impact area which in turn accelerates the body’s own healing processes. The shockwaves break down injured tissue and calcifications.

On what parts of the body can Shockwave Therapy be used?
-We treat chronic tendon inflammations in the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee and achilles. This treatment can be applied to so-called heel spurs and other painful conditions in the foot sole.

What is the success rate for Shockwave Therapy?
-Documented international results show an overall result rate of 77% of chronic conditions that have not been cured with other kinds of treatment.

What are the advantages with Shockwave Therapy?
-Radial Shockwave Therapy is applied without medication, for example Cortisone injections, or X-ray. The treatment stimulates and effectively supports the body’s self healing mechanisms. It is usual to experience immediate pain relief following the treatment and hence improved movement. Reported side effects are minimal.

How long does each treatment last?
-It takes 5 - 10 minutes to administer 2-3000 shockwaves per treatment.

Is the shockwave treatment itself painful?
-Sometimes the treatment is a bit painful, but most people can stand these few intense minutes without medication.

What shall I do if I am in pain after the treatment?
-Shockwave Treatment initiates an inflammation-like condition in the tissue that is being treated. The body responds by increasing the metabolic activity around the impact area which in turn stimulates and accelerates the body’s own healing processes. Do not use anti-inflammatory medication, this slows down the healing process

What if I am painless after the shockwave treatment?
-Even if you have no pain we strongly recommend that you refrain from intensive activities that stress the treated area for the next 48 hours after each treatment.

What if the shockwave treatment doesn’t work for me?
-Even though the response to shockwave treatment normally is exceptionally good within a few weeks it may take several months before maximum effect is achieved. If you after 3-4 months still do not experience a pronounced improvement, surgery for example may be an alternative depending on your particular clinical picture.