Shockwave Therapy
What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy is high-energy acoustic wave treatment for chronic tendinopathies, plantar fasciitis, calcific shoulder tendonitis, and stubborn soft tissue conditions.
If you've had pain for months that hasn't responded.Shockwave therapy stimulates blood flow, breaks down calcifications, and triggers your body's natural healing cascade.
Our shockwave therapy in Scarborough and North York delivers this treatment safely and effectively, whether you're near Victoria Park Ave, Ellesmere Rd.
Is This Right for You?
Shockwave Therapy is ideal if you're experiencing any of the following:
What to Expect: Your First Visit Through Discharge
Here's what a typical visit to Victoria Park physiotherapy Scarborough clinic looks like, from your first appointment through discharge.
Clinical Assessment
Your clinician confirms the diagnosis through: Physical examination, Review of any imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, MRI), Identifying the exact treatment area, Ruling out contraindications. This ensures shockwave is appropriate for your condition.
Gel Application & Probe Placement
A conductive gel is applied to the skin over the targeted area. The shockwave probe is positioned precisely over the site of pain or calcification. The gel helps the acoustic waves travel through your skin effectively.
Energy Delivery
High-energy acoustic waves are delivered in short pulses. Treatment takes 5–10 minutes per area. You may feel mild to moderate discomfort during treatment (this is expected and manageable). The intensity can be adjusted to your comfort level.
Post-Treatment Care
After treatment, you may experience: Temporary redness for 24–48 hours, Mild soreness for 24–48 hours.
Serial Sessions
A typical course is 3–6 sessions spaced 5–10 days apart. Most patients report significant improvement after 3 sessions. Your therapist will track your progress and adjust the plan as needed.
Why Choose Shockwave Therapy?
Here's what our patients typically experience after shockwave therapy Scarborough:
Rapid Pain Relief
Noticeable improvement often after 2–3 sessions
Stimulated Healing
Increased blood flow triggers your body's natural repair
Non-Invasive
No needles, no surgery, no downtime
Quick Sessions
Only 5–10 minutes per area treated
Faster Recovery
Get back to work, and sport sooner
Our shockwave therapy Scarborough clinic near Victoria Park Ave offers this effective, non-invasive treatment for stubborn pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about shockwave therapy.
Shockwave therapy (also called extracorporeal shockwave therapy or ESWT) delivers high-energy acoustic waves through the skin to injured tissues. This: Stimulates increased blood flow to the area, Breaks down calcifications (like in calcific shoulder tendonitis), Triggers the body's natural healing response. It is particularly effective for chronic tendinopathies and soft tissue conditions that haven't responded to other treatments. Our shockwave therapy Scarborough clinic treats all these conditions effectively.
Most patients experience moderate discomfort during the treatment itself—often described as a deep, tapping ache. However: Sessions are brief (5–10 minutes per area). The intensity can be adjusted to your comfort. Some soreness is expected for 24–48 hours afterwards. Any pre-existing pain usually improves noticeably after 2–3 sessions. Our shockwave therapy in Scarborough near Victoria Park Avenue adjusts the intensity to your comfort level throughout treatment.
For plantar fasciitis and most chronic tendinopathies, 6-10 sessions spaced 5–10 days apart is the typical course. Most patients notice significant improvement after 3 sessions. Our shockwave therapy Scarborough clinic tracks your progress and adjusts the plan as needed.
Shockwave is contraindicated in the following situations: During pregnancy, Over active malignancies (tumors), Patients with blood clotting disorders or on anticoagulant therapy, Over open growth plates in children, Over areas with active infections, Over implanted electronic devices (like pacemakers). Your clinician screens for all contraindications during your initial assessment. Our therapist will ensure you're a safe candidate before treatment.
Shockwave near me
If you're struggling with chronic tendon pain, plantar fasciitis, heel pain, Achilles tendonitis, calcific shoulder tendonitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, or jumper's knee that hasn't responded to other treatments, don't wait.
We proudly offer Shockwave therapy in Scarborough, North York, Ellesmere and Victoria Park Avenue
Ready to Start Your Recovery?
Book your Shockwave Therapy appointment today and take the first step toward feeling your best.