Not Just a Gimmick
At TOP Physiotherapy, our approach is grounded in the latest evidence-based practice. That’s why we have invested in Radial Shockwave Therapy - one of the most effective, gold-standard treatments for tendinopathies.
We understand how persistent tendon pain can limit your ability to stay active and enjoy everyday life. Our goal is to help you recover faster and return to what you love with confidence.
This is also why we are committed to bringing advanced treatments - often reserved for elite athletes - into our local community. By investing in Radial Shockwave Therapy, we’re able to offer you access to proven, high-level care without the long waits or barriers.
"Gold Standard Care"
This groundbreaking and non-invasive treatment technology has been shown to be one of the most effective ways to reduce pain and promote healing for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions including:
-
Achilles Tendonitis
-
Plantar fasciitis
-
Lateral Hip Pain
-
Hamstring Strains
-
Shoulder (Rotator Cuff) - Tendinopathies
-
Tennis / Golfers elbow
-
Knee pain
and many more....
If you want to understand whether radial shockwave therapy could help you then please get in touch
What to Expect:
-
A thorough assessment to confirm Radial Shockwave is suitable for your condition.
-
Education - Shockwave therapy should not be performed in isolation. It would always be coupled with other conservative treatments such as exercise, activity modification and manual therapy.
If appropriate, a course of 3 - 9 sessions will typically be prescribed, depending on the severity of the condition being treated..
-
Your physiotherapist applies a gel or fluid to the treatment area to improve conduction of the waves.
-
The handpiece is moved over the area where shockwaves are to be applied, typically for a duration of about 5–10 minutes.
Radial shockwave therapy is non-invasive, does not require anaesthesia, and has minimal downtime. The pressure waves promote healing, reduce pain, and improve mobility in the treated area. Interested?
Packages:
Your clinician will guide you regarding the package that is right for you, each session will take roughly 15-20 minutes. The packages we offer are as follows:
Block of 3 sessions - £180
Block of 6 sessions - £350
Block of 9 sessions - £495
Bolt On To 30 minute Physiotherapy Session (+£20) - from £80
The Geeky Bit
For those of you a little more scientifically inclined this is how shockwave therapy works:
-
Generation of Acoustic Waves: The radial shockwave device generates high-energy acoustic waves, which are delivered through a handpiece. These waves spread radially outward from the point of contact.
-
Pressure Pulses: The acoustic waves create rapid pressure changes in the tissues they pass through, generating both compression and decompression phases. These waves cause microtrauma or stimulation to tissues, including muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
-
Effect on Tissue:
-
Pain Relief: The shockwaves help to disrupt pain signals and trigger the release of pain-relieving endorphins. They also reduce the sensitivity of pain receptors in the affected area.
-
Collagen Stimulation: Radial shock waves stimulate collagen production, which promotes the healing of damaged tissues, particularly tendons and ligaments.
-
Improved Blood Flow: The shockwaves increase circulation to the treated area, enhancing nutrient delivery and accelerating tissue repair.
-
Breakdown of Calcifications: In cases of tendon calcifications (such as calcific shoulder tendinopathy), the shockwaves help break down the calcified deposits, facilitating their reabsorption by the body.
-
-
No Direct Contact with Bone: Unlike focused shockwave therapy (which targets deeper tissue layers), radial shockwaves are less intense and only affect the superficial layers of the tissue. This is why radial shockwave therapy is often used for conditions like tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and other soft tissue injuries.