Shockwave therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive procedure that creates a series of pressurized air wave pulsations applied to the skin where the injury is located. 

Shockwave therapy stimulates the body’s soft tissues (muscles, tendons, and connective tissue) natural self-healing process and can be very effective in treating subacute, sub chronic, chronic conditions as well as recurrent or unresolved conditions.

Administered by one of our registered physical therapists, shockwave therapy is a non-surgical option that in some cases, can provide results as effective as surgery, in as little as three to five sessions.

Is Shockwave Therapy recommended for me?

This therapy is often utilized the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions (involving connective tissues such as tendons and ligaments), and it is an effective modality for pain management and to increase function/ mobility in various conditions, such as:

Your Physiotherapist will assess your condition and determine if Shockwave Therapy is ideal for you. Shockwave Therapy is not appropriate for the following health conditions: open wounds, cancer, pregnancy, infection, circulatory disorder, nerve disorder, and individuals taking blood-thinning medications.