Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave therapy is a highly tolerable treatment, with most patients experiencing only mild, brief discomfort during the session. You may notice a rhythmic tapping or pulsing sensation over the affected area, particularly if the tissue is sensitive. Treatment intensity is carefully adjusted to ensure your comfort at all times.

Following treatment, it is common to experience mild soreness, localised redness, or a tingling sensation. These effects are short-lived and typically resolve within 24–48 hours. In some cases, symptoms may temporarily flare before improving, reflecting the body’s natural healing response.

Shockwave therapy is a safe, evidence-based approach designed to promote tissue repair and provide lasting pain relief.

Shockwave therapy is a safe and effective treatment used to manage a range of musculoskeletal conditions. Side effects are generally rare and, when they do occur, are usually mild and short-lived.

Common Side Effects

Some patients may experience:

• Mild discomfort during or after treatment
• Redness of the skin
• Slight swelling
• Bruising
• Tingling or numbness
• Temporary nerve irritation

These effects are normal and typically settle within 24 to 48 hours.

Less Common Reactions

Occasionally, patients may notice:

• A temporary increase in soreness
• A short-term flare-up of symptoms before improvement

This is part of the body’s natural healing response and usually resolves within a few days.

Shockwave therapy is a quick, in-clinic treatment performed by a qualified physiotherapist.

• Sessions typically take 10–15 minutes
• No needles or surgery required
• Minimal downtime – most patients return to normal activity straight away

You may feel some mild discomfort during treatment, but this is usually well tolerated.