At Haslemere Chiropractic Clinic we have invested in top of the range equipment, the EMS Dolorclast Radial Shockwave Unit. This is the shockwave unit that been used most in the research, so much of the research data is based on the outcomes of these machines.

NICE guidelines recommend Shockwave Therapy as an effective treatment option for persistent tendinopathies, such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, tennis elbow, and calcific tendinopathy. 

Shockwave Therapy can help with many chronic (longstanding) tendon and soft tissue problems. These include tennis and golfer’s elbow, rotator cuff tendinopathy, calcific tendinopathy, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, lateral hip pain, and many more common conditions that are typically linked to overuse.

If you have a complaint such as these that never quite seems to clear up, regularly recurs, or hasn’t responded to regular treatment as hoped, Shockwave Therapy could be an option for you.

Shockwave Therapy uses kinetic energy (in the form of high energy impulses) which is converted to shockwaves and transmitted to tissue at the site of pain. This produces an inflammatory response which the body responds to by increasing metabolic activity to the site of pain which stimulates/accelerates the natural healing process.

Shockwave Therapy reduces pain by causing the removal of Substance P from the C-nerve fibres. It also helps to improve blood circulation at the target area, which accelerates healing. In addition, Shockwave Therapy can improve mobility, as it helps to break down scar tissue and stimulate tendon remodelling.

The Shockwave application part of the treatment lasts approximately 5 minutes per session, the timing of which is detemined by the "Smart Protocol" that is programmed into the machine. However, we allow up to 15 minutes for a Shockwave appointment to allow time for reassessment, advice and exercise prescription.  A combination of Shockwave Therapy with rehabilitative exercises is the approach that has been shown to produce optimum recovery and to maximise treatment outcomes. If you are already working with a Personal Trainer or Physiotherapist on your rehabilitation, the chiropractor will be happy to co-ordinate with them.  

Kanika, Tom, and Stuart are all qualified to deliver Shockwave Therapy. To maximise the benefit, a course of treatment is required. It is usual to advise patients to book a series of 4 sessions, which can be sufficient to resolve many issues. Your progress will be reviewed on the 4th visit. For long-standing or stubborn complaints, it may be necessary to book a few further sessions.  Maximum benefit is typically felt up to 4 months after the initial course of Shockwave Therapy. If you still have symptoms after this time, it might be that a further course of treatment could be helpful; our chiropractors would be happy to reassess your condition and provide advice.

Patients who are already registered at Haslemere Chiropractic Clinic can proceed to book their first Shockwave Therapy appointment. If you would like to speak to one of our chiropractors before booking, please call Reception to arrange a time for a free chat.

You can find further information about what to expect if you come for Shockwave Therapy, who it is suitable for, contra-indications and risks, and other FAQs in our related blog.

New to Haslemere Chiropractic Clinic? Call Reception on 01428 642778 and book an Initial Consultation with Kanika, Tom, or Stuart. At the time of booking, please state that you want to receive Shockwave Therapy so that we can ensure the equipment is available for your appointment.