Shockwave Therapy
ShockwaveTherapy -Non Invasive Treatment
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that utilizes acoustic waves to encourage tissue repair and alleviate pain. By sending pulses to the injured area, it creates microtrauma, which improves blood circulation and speeds up the healing process. This treatment effectively reduces pain and enhances mobility, allowing patients to remain active and continue enjoying their daily activities.
Originally designed to treat kidney stones, Shockwave Therapy applies high-pressure acoustic waves to specific tissue areas. In podiatry, smaller devices use this technology to target soft tissues in the feet, boosting blood flow and stimulating tissue regeneration.
Delivered through a device that resembles a small handheld gun, Shockwave Therapy directs compressed air through a piston into a transmitter, generating rapid pressure vibrations that penetrate deep into the tissue. These acoustic waves trigger the body’s natural healing mechanisms, enhancing blood flow, accelerating tissue recovery, and minimizing pain. For chronic injuries, the therapy disrupts the degenerative cycle by inducing mild inflammation, prompting the body to initiate repairs.
There are two primary types of Shockwave Therapy: extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) and focused shockwave therapy (FSWT). The focused version allows for deeper tissue penetration, making it suitable for addressing hard-to-reach areas.
Conditions Addressed with Shockwave Therapy
At Carlingford Foot Clinic, we frequently are implementing Shockwave Therapy to treat the following conditions:
Plantar Heel Pain
Plantar Foot Pain
Plantar Fasciitis
Achilles Tendinopathy
Peroneal Tendinopathy
Anterior And Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy
Plantar Fibromatosis
Plantar Fascia Tears
Morton’s Neuroma
This therapy is particularly effective for patients experiencing chronic heel pain as it helps relieve soft tissue discomfort. Shockwave Therapy is a versatile option for treating foot pain, although certain contraindications, such as pregnancy, blood clotting disorders, or the presence of a pacemaker, must be evaluated.
Conditions Addressed with Shockwave Therapy
At Carlingford Foot Clinic, we frequently use Shockwave Therapy to treat conditions like plantar heel pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathies, osteoarthritis, and muscle tightness in the legs. This therapy is particularly effective for patients experiencing heel pain and osteoarthritis, as it helps improve joint mobility and relieves soft tissue discomfort. Shockwave Therapy is a versatile option for treating foot pain, although certain contraindications, such as pregnancy, blood clotting disorders, or the presence of a pacemaker, must be evaluated.
Is Shockwave Therapy Painful?
Shockwave Therapy is generally well-received by patients, though some may experience mild discomfort as the treatment targets painful areas. This discomfort indicates that the treatment is being applied to the correct location. The therapy can be adjusted to suit individual pain tolerance levels.
Patients may feel some soreness following the treatment, but this usually decreases as healing progresses. Shockwave Therapy promotes increased blood circulation, leading to gradual improvement in the treated area.
Shockwave Therapy at Carlingford Foot Clinic is often integrated into a broader treatment plan, which may include dry needling, ultrasound, strength and conditioning exercises, footwear modifications, strapping, and orthotics.
It has emerged as one of the more effective solutions for addressing foot and ankle conditions.
Carlingford Foot Clinic is dedicated to offering the most effective treatments for our patients. Shockwave Therapy is gaining popularity due to its proven benefits. We include this treatment as part of our regular appointments at a small additional cost. All our practitioners are trained to administer Shockwave Therapy, and we are happy to discuss it further during your consultation. Shockwave Therapy is available at our Carlingford location.
Carlingford Foot Clinic is dedicated to offering the most effective treatments for our patients. Shockwave Therapy is gaining popularity due to its proven benefits. We include this treatment as part of our regular appointments at no additional cost. All our practitioners are trained to administer Shockwave Therapy, and we are happy to discuss it further during your consultation. Shockwave Therapy is available at our Carlingford location.
Why We’re So Good?
Latest Treatments
We use the latest treatments for foot and ankle. Using a holistic approach to ensure the best outcomes
Long Experience
With just a little bit over 18 years of a history as a practice and decades of combined experience our staff members do have, we are the ultimate!
Affordable Prices
Thankfully the number of our visitors is so big, that we were always able to adjust our pricing. Keeping all of our services affordable!
Meet the Therapist
Akka Parajuli (Principal Podiatrist)
Accredited Podiatrist with the Australian Podiatry Association.
Grace Chung
Royal Hobart Hospital (2016-2021) Royal North Shore (2022-2023) Concord Hospital (2023 - present) General and Mobile podiatry
