What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave Therapy, or Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to stimulate healing in muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
At Dyer Street Clinic in Cirencester, we use this evidence-backed technology to support recovery from chronic injuries and stubborn pain conditions.
How Does It Work?
Shockwave therapy delivers high-energy acoustic waves into the affected tissue. This helps:
- Stimulate blood flow and cell repair
- Break down calcifications
- Disrupt pain signals
- Reactivate stalled healing processes
What Does Shockwave Therapy Treat?
Shockwave therapy is commonly used for:
- Plantar fasciitis (heel pain)
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Tennis or golfer’s elbow
- Patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee)
- Gluteal tendinopathy (hip pain)
- Calcific shoulder tendinitis
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
It’s ideal for chronic, long-term conditions that haven’t responded to rest or standard treatment.
What Does It Feel Like?
Each treatment involves a handheld device placed on the skin over the target area. During the session, you’ll feel:
- A tapping or pulsing sensation
- Some mild discomfort, depending on sensitivity
- Occasional post-treatment soreness (like delayed muscle soreness)
Most sessions last 5–10 minutes.
How Many Sessions Do I Need?
Shockwave works best as a short course of treatment – not a single session.
Typical treatment includes:
- 3 to 6 sessions
- Spaced 5 to 10 days apart
Why not just one session? Because the effects are cumulative. A single session rarely creates long-term change, and research shows multiple treatments improve results.
Does Shockwave Guarantee to Fix the Problem?
No treatment can offer a guarantee – and shockwave is no exception.
However, it has excellent results in many cases, especially for tendon-related pain. Its effectiveness improves significantly when combined with:
- Rehabilitation exercises
- Load management
- Clinical guidance
Who Shouldn’t Have Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy is safe for most people, but it is not suitable if you:
- Have a blood clotting disorder
- Are taking blood-thinning medication
- Have a pacemaker or metal implant near the site
- Are pregnant
- Have cancer in the area being treated
- Are under 18 (with open growth plates)
We always screen patients thoroughly before starting.
How Much Does It Cost?
At Dyer Street Clinic, our current pricing for shockwave therapy is:
- £48 per session (All patients need an initial consultation to determine if shockwave if suitable priced at 67)
- Discounts available when booking a full course upfront
We’ll advise you on the right number of sessions during your assessment.
Why Choose Shockwave Therapy at Dyer Street Clinic?
- We combine shockwave with expert-led rehab
- We treat the root cause, not just the symptoms
- Our on-site gym allows us to tailor your recovery
- We’re honest about what works – and what doesn’t
Ready to Feel Better?
If you’re dealing with long-term tendon or soft tissue pain that hasn’t responded to rest, rehab, or manual therapy – shockwave could be the missing link.
👉 Book your assessment now at Dyer Street Clinic in Cirencester
Or call us on 01285 761442 to find out more