Shockwave therapy
Shockwave Therapy in Brookvale
Shockwave therapy for persistent tendon pain, used alongside a progressive strength program. Your physiotherapist assesses your injury first and explains whether shockwave suits it. Shockwave is available at our Brookvale clinic only.
- No referral required
- Assessment before treatment
- At our Brookvale clinic
What it can help with
Shockwave for stubborn tendon pain
Achilles tendon pain
Pain at the back of the heel or lower calf that builds with running, walking or stairs.
Hip and gluteal tendon pain
Pain on the outside of the hip, often worse lying on that side or climbing stairs.
Patellar tendon pain
Pain just below the kneecap with jumping, squatting or running.
Tennis elbow
Pain on the outside of the elbow when gripping, lifting or typing.
For heel and arch pain, The Foot Company podiatry team shares our Brookvale clinic.
How a course works
Assessment, shockwave and strength work
Stage 1
Assessment
We assess the tendon, how it responds to load and what you want to get back to, then explain whether shockwave suits your injury.
Stage 2
Shockwave sessions
Short sessions, usually spaced about a week apart. Your physiotherapist adjusts the intensity so it stays tolerable.
Stage 3
Progressive strengthening
A strength program for the tendon, progressed in our gym and at home, so the improvement lasts.
Your first appointment
- What happens. An assessment of the tendon and how it handles load, a clear explanation of what is going on, and a plan that may include shockwave.
- How long. Your first appointment is 60 minutes. Follow up appointments are 30 minutes.
- What to bring. Clothes you can move in, any scans or reports, and your health fund card.
Shockwave therapy FAQs
Does shockwave therapy hurt?
It can be uncomfortable during the session. Your physiotherapist starts at a low intensity and adjusts it to what you can tolerate.
Is shockwave right for me?
It is mainly used for tendon pain that has not settled with exercise alone. Your physiotherapist checks whether it suits your injury and your health before any treatment.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on the tendon and how long it has been painful. Your physiotherapist explains the likely number of sessions after your assessment.
Do I need a referral?
Not for a private appointment. You only need one to claim a Medicare rebate.
Can I claim through private health insurance?
Yes. Physiotherapy is claimable on most extras policies, depending on your cover, and you can claim on the spot with HICAPS.
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