{"id":492,"date":"2022-06-06T20:24:51","date_gmt":"2022-06-06T20:24:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/?p=492"},"modified":"2026-09-24T14:12:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T14:12:25","slug":"what-is-shockwave-therapy-used-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/what-is-shockwave-therapy-used-for\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Shockwave Therapy used for?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p align=\"justify\">Extracorporeal <strong>Shockwave Therapy (SWT)<\/strong> is a modality used for the treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, primarily applied to chronic conditions, particularly those affecting medium to large sized tendons and their insertions on bone such as: Plantar Fasciitis.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/top-tips-to-find-the-best-sports-physiotherapy\">Top Tips To Find The Best Sports Physiotherapy<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Below What is Shockwave Therapy used for? :<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"ps2id\" href=\"#pain-in-the-hip\">PAIN IN THE HIP<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-tennis-elbow-with-physiotherapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TENNIS ELBOW<\/a><\/li>\n<li>CALCIFICATION<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ps2id\" href=\"#jumper-knee\">JUMPER\u2019S KNEE<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ps2id\" href=\"#shoulder-pain\">SHOULDER PAIN <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ps2id\" href=\"#heel-spur\">HEEL SPUR<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ps2id\" href=\"#insertion-pain\">INSERTION PAIN <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ps2id\" href=\"#chornic-tendibopathy\">CHRONIC TENDINOPATHY<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/how-shockwave-therapy-helps-plantar-fasciitis\">How Shockwave Therapy Helps Plantar Fasciitis?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"pain-in-the-hip\">\n<h2>PAIN IN THE HIP<\/h2>\n<p align=\"justify\">So essentially, hip pain can be caused by many reasons. <strong>Primarily hip pain<\/strong> can occur due to age where the muscle and tendons get overused over the years.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Shockwave Therapy in Brampton: How Does It Work? #shorts #ytshorts #newhopephysiotherapy #shockwave\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wVLcursPOto?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">A small hip bone fracture can also constitute the problem of pain. The main reason for the pain is inflammation. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/shockwave-therapy-for-tennis-elbow-does-it-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Shockwave therapy<\/strong><\/a> helps in reducing inflammation and curing problems like pain and necrosis.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/decrease-your-pain-and-increase-your-energy\">Decrease Your Pain And Increase Your Energy With These 5 Easy Tips<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"tennis-elbow\">\n<h2>TENNIS ELBOW<\/h2>\n<p align=\"justify\">Tennis elbow got its little part of fame as the injury was faced but the little master of cricket Sanchin Tendulkar. Well, it is a sports injury that involves the tendons and muscles around the elbow region.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">A tennis elbow can occur under any circumstances which might not have to involve movement related to sports. Tendulkar missed a few important matches due to this injury.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Traditional medication of painkillers and steroids take a lot of time and effort to show some results. In today&#8217;s days and age, the solution to problems like this is simple that is shockwave therapy which starts showing some signs of relaxation within the first 24 hours of the therapy.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/benefits-of-shockwave-therapy\">How Long Does It Take Until I Notice The Benefits Of Shockwave Therapy?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"calcification\">\n<h2>CALCIFICATION<\/h2>\n<p align=\"justify\">Calcification in prime regions such as the rotator cuff tendons can be highly painful at times, which can chronically affect important mobility. Also, there is not much promising medical help available in the market other than the recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/shockwave-therapy\"><strong>shockwave therapy<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">The shockwave helps in creating vibrations and dissolving the calcifu=ying areas creating soothing effects in the cuff region. The pain takes about two to three days to wear off after the therapy.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/importance-of-shockwave-therapy-in-modern-physiotherapy-treatment\">The Importance Of Shockwave Therapy In Modern Physiotherapy Treatment<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"jumper-knee\">\n<h2>JUMPER\u2019S KNEE<\/h2>\n<p align=\"justify\">Jumper&#8217;s knee, as the name suggests, a painful sports injury that caused by any of the jumping motions in sports. The injury is highly painful and can cause lifelong problems hence ending one&#8217;s career.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">The only modern treatment available for such injury is shockwave therapy. The therapy provides instant relief to the recipient in the very first therapy and takes only a week or two before the pain finally wears off.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/top-10-scoliosis-stretching-exercises\">Top 10 Scoliosis Stretching Exercises<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"shoulder-pain\">\n<h2>SHOULDER PAIN<\/h2>\n<p align=\"justify\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/shoulder-pain-solutions-7-essential-exercises-for-quick-relief\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shoulder pain<\/a> can caused by various reasons ranging from inflammation and calcification to any generic sports injury. The pain might range from normal to highly painful.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">A single session of shockwave therapy gives the utmost needed initial relief. That followed by a few more sessions until the pain wears off by the third week.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/what-is-shockwave-therapy-workout-and-how-does-it-work\">What Is Shockwave Therapy Workout And How Does It Work?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"heel-spur\">\n<h2>HEEL SPUR<\/h2>\n<p align=\"justify\">A heel spur is a heel injury, as its name suggests. The main cause of heel spur constitutes calcification in the back of the bones in the heel region.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">The solution to this historically has been injection and surgery to break the calcified structure, but shockwave therapy through the vibrations of the waves does that job with much more ease. The pain goes by the end of the second or third session of the therapy.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/faqs-about-physiotherapy\">FAQs About Physiotherapy<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"insertion-pain\">\n<h2>INSERTION PAIN<\/h2>\n<p align=\"justify\">Insertion pain primarily caused by a lack of blood flow and the creation of a vacuum leading to clotting in the back region. It causes essentially back pain.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">The vibrations of the shockwave therapy promote blood flow in the required region which results in regaining of normalcy. The pain slowly fades out after the very first session. If the pain is on the little severe side, it might take more than a session.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/what-is-shockwave-therapy\">What Is Shockwave Therapy?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"chornic-tendibopathy\">\n<h2>CHRONIC TENDINOPATHY<\/h2>\n<p align=\"justify\">Overloading is the main cause of chronic tendinopathy. It can occur in various parts of the body and is a very common physiological problem. What happens is actual inflammations at a cellular level of the affected area. This can treated by 3-4 sessions of shockwave therapy.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There a lot of other problems that can addressed through shockwave therapy, like there shockwave therapy for ED as well. It a modern way, and it still finding its sweet spot in the market.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Many clinics are opening up in India right now. We need to see how the flexibility of the technology and the pricing, and its acceptability.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/national-physiotherapy-month\">National Physiotherapy Month \/ Canada Physiotherapy Month \u2013 May 2023<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 align=\"justify\">FAQs:<\/h3>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"bd4281e9-03bb-42b9-8f66-0cf8cdaf1125\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6-thinking\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"LR5Y_W_content markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"238\"><strong data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"83\">1. What is shockwave therapy?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"238\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/shockwave-therapy-in-brampton-a-new-approach-to-pain-relief\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shockwave therapy<\/a> is a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to help reduce pain and support healing in muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"465\"><strong data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"295\">2. What conditions can shockwave therapy help with?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"465\">It may be used for conditions such as plantar fasciitis, heel pain, tennis elbow, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/5-conditions-causing-your-shoulder-pain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shoulder pain<\/a>, Achilles tendon pain, and some types of chronic muscle or tendon pain.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"639\"><strong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"506\">3. How does shockwave therapy work?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"639\">The sound waves are applied to the painful area. They may help improve blood flow, stimulate the healing process, and reduce pain.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"804\"><strong data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"688\">4. Is shockwave therapy used for heel pain?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"804\">Yes. It is commonly used for plantar fasciitis and ongoing heel pain that has not improved with basic treatments.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"1049\"><strong data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"859\">5. Can shockwave therapy help with shoulder pain?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"1049\">It may help with certain shoulder problems, including some tendon conditions and calcific deposits. A physiotherapist or healthcare professional should first assess the cause of the pain.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"1049\"><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/what-should-you-not-do-after-cupping-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>What Should You Not Do After Cupping?<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1264\"><strong data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1103\">6. Can shockwave therapy help with tennis elbow?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1264\">Yes. Shockwave therapy may be recommended for long-lasting tennis elbow, especially when rest, exercises, or other treatments have not provided enough relief.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1426\"><strong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1302\">7. Is shockwave therapy painful?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1426\">Some people may feel mild discomfort during treatment. The intensity can usually be adjusted based on your comfort level.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1622\"><strong data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1482\">8. How many shockwave therapy sessions are needed?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1622\">The number of sessions depends on the condition and how you respond to treatment. Some people may need several sessions over a few weeks.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1845\"><strong data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1677\">9. How quickly can I return to normal activities?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1845\">Most people can return to their usual daily activities after treatment. You may be advised to avoid heavy exercise or activities that increase pain for a short time.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"2109\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1898\">10. Is shockwave therapy suitable for everyone?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"2109\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">No. It may not be suitable for people with certain medical conditions or for treatment over specific areas of the body. A qualified healthcare professional should assess you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/about-shockwave-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">before starting shockwave therapy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"2109\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/10-gentle-workouts-to-help-lower-back-pain-at-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>10 Gentle Workouts to Help Lower Back Pain at Home<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Dr. Jay Mistry \u2013 Chiropractor<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Jay Mistry completed his Honours Bachelor of Science degree at Wilfrid Laurier University. He then earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Texas Chiropractic College.<\/p>\n<p>He is licensed and registered with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario. He is also a member of the Canadian Chiropractic Association and the Ontario Chiropractic Association.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/team\/dr-jay-mistry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Jay Mistry<\/a>\u00a0is passionate about helping patients feel and move better. He uses evidence-based chiropractic care and creates treatment plans based on each patient\u2019s needs. His goal is to help patients recover, improve their movement, and support their long-term health.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Mistry continues to update his skills through professional education. He is also certified in Functional Integration Acupuncture.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/exercises-for-strengthening-your-pelvic-floor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Top 5 Exercises for Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p>He uses a variety of treatments, including:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/chiropractor-can-treat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chiropractic adjustments<\/a><br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/manual-therapy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manual therapy<\/a><br \/>\n\u2022 Functional Integration Acupuncture<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/cupping-therapy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cupping therapy<\/a><br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/shockwave-therapy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shockwave therapy<\/a><br \/>\n\u2022 Therapeutic exercises<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Mistry treats many muscle, joint, and movement-related conditions, such as:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/neck-pain-after-a-car-accident-what-should-you-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Neck pain<\/a><br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/9-easy-tricks-to-relieve-lower-back-pain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Low back pain<\/a><br \/>\n\u2022 Posture-related muscle imbalances<br \/>\n\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/what-exercises-help-fix-neck-pain-fast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Headaches caused by neck issues<\/a><br \/>\n\u2022 Jaw pain and TMJ problems<br \/>\n\u2022 Sports injuries<\/p>\n<p>Outside the clinic, Dr. Mistry is a big Toronto Raptors fan. He enjoys playing basketball and tennis, staying active, travelling, and exploring new places.<\/p>\n<h3>Medical Disclaimer:<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/importance-of-shockwave-therapy-in-modern-physiotherapy-treatment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shockwave therapy<\/a> may help with certain muscle, tendon, and joint conditions, but it may not be suitable for everyone. Results can vary from person to person. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional to determine if shockwave therapy is appropriate for your condition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (SWT) is a modality used for the treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, primarily applied to chronic conditions, particularly those affecting medium to large sized tendons and their insertions on bone such as: Plantar Fasciitis.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":496,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9,282],"tags":[283,288,289],"class_list":["post-492","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-physiotherapy","category-shockwave-therapy","tag-shockwave-therapy","tag-shockwave-therapy-cost","tag-shockwave-therapy-near-me"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/492","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=492"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/492\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9444,"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/492\/revisions\/9444"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/496"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=492"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=492"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newhopephysio.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=492"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}