FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY
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Focused Shockwave Therapy offers a treatment depth of up to 12.5cm, and is a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment. It is widely recognised as one of the most effective solutions for chronic pain and stubborn musculoskeletal problems​. By stimulating the body’s own repair mechanisms, shockwave therapy can restore movement, reduce pain, and prevent long-term deterioration.​​
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Here at Prime, we are one of the only clinics in the East Midlands that offers Focused Shockwave Therapy as a treatment. F-SWT is a much more powerful modality than R-SWT, as it delivers more concentrated energy to the bodies tissues and penetrates deeper into the tissue.
To increase your understanding of the differences between Focused and Radial Shockwave, give the video below a watch!
Focused Shockwave Therapy Indications:
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F-SWT is used for the treatment of but not limited to:
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Acute injuries
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Chronic injuries
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Knee & Joint arthritis
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Bone and Stress Fractures
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Shin Splints
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Hallux Limitus / Rigidus
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Osteitis Pubis - Groin Pain
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Insertional Achilles Pain / Tendonitis
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Tibialis Posterior Tendon Syndrome
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Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
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Haglunds Deformity
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Peroneal Tendon Injuries
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Tibialis posterior ankle sprain
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Tendinopathies and Enthesopathies
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Urological indications (ED) Male Impotence or Erectile Dysfunction / Chronic Pelvic Pain / Peyronie’s
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Delayed bone-non unions/bone healing
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Wound Healing and other dermatological and aesthetic indications
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Knee Osteoarthritis (OA) and Focused Shockwave
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It has been found in clinical research that F-SWT can accelerate meniscal degeneration healing and plays a chondroprotective role in OA (helps to delay the joint space narrowing, improving the biomechanics by protecting chondrocytes- cells responsible for cartilage formation). (Cheng et al., 2019).
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This chondroprotective effect is consistent and beneficial in both the early and late stage of OA (Wang et al., 2012).
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F-SWT has been shown to have beneficial effects on cartilage, subchondral bone and surrounding tissues, as well as providing relief from chronic OA pain (Senbo et al., 2020)
FAQ's:
Does Shockwave Therapy hurt?
You may feel some slight discomfort and reproduction of the symptoms you have been feeling, though it should not be painful.
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How long does the treatment take?
A single treatment is very quick, usually lasting between 3-4 minutes.
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How many session of Shockwave Therapy do I need and what is the cost?
The recommended dosage is 4-6 sessions, spaced no longer than 7-10 days apart, but this can vary depending on the condition. Focused Shockwave Therapy is £80/session and Radial Shockwave Therapy is £60/session.
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Is there any recovery time?
There is no recovery time, as Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment, and you will be ale yo return to normal activities immediately after the session.
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When will I see results?
You may see results immediately after your treatment starts, but this can vary depending on how your body responds to the treatment and the condition you have. Results can last up to 6-12 months after your treatment has finished.
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​If you would like to know more about our Radial Shockwave therapy service and know whether it is the right treatment for you, please contact us on 01949 485084
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