Shockwave Therapy
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy used as an adjunct to musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
Shockwave therapy — also referred to as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) — is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic waves to support rehabilitation and help manage selected musculoskeletal conditions, including certain tendon disorders and persistent soft-tissue pain.
At HCMG, shockwave therapy is delivered as an adjunct to physiotherapy and chiropractic care rather than as a standalone treatment. Its use is determined by the treating clinician following clinical assessment and is selected according to the individual presentation.
What Shockwave Therapy May Be Used For
- •Selected tendon disorders, where clinically indicated
- •Persistent soft-tissue pain in selected musculoskeletal conditions
- •Chronic insertional tendon pain, where appropriate
- •Soft-tissue restriction identified on clinical assessment
- •Components of a broader rehabilitation plan, where indicated
Our Clinical Approach
Shockwave therapy is considered only after a clinical assessment establishes the working diagnosis and confirms that the modality is appropriate. Treatment is applied by a trained clinician over a short course of sessions, with parameters selected according to the area being treated and the patient’s tolerance.
- •Assessment-led selection — considered only where clinical findings support its use
- •Targeted application — acoustic waves directed at the identified area of tissue dysfunction
- •Session-based delivery — a short course of treatment, reviewed and adjusted as care progresses
- •Integrated rehabilitation — combined with exercise and manual therapy where indicated
Shockwave Therapy in Motor Vehicle Accident Recovery
Where a collision-related injury involves a tendon or soft-tissue condition that may be appropriate for shockwave therapy, it can be incorporated into a broader rehabilitation plan alongside other disciplines.
Suitability is determined by the treating clinician, and any funding submission is made through the applicable pathway.
What to Expect
Coverage & Funding
- •Statutory Accident Benefits (auto insurance) — where included in an approved treatment plan
- •Extended health insurance — coverage varies; confirm with your carrier
- •Private pay
Frequently Asked Questions
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