Conditions Treated with Shockware Therapy

Shockwave therapy is commonly used to treat chronic tendon pain, soft tissue injuries and musculoskeletal conditions that have not responded well to rest, rehabilitation exercises or other conservative treatments. At KB Osteopathic & Healthcare Clinic, shockwave therapy may be recommended for persistent pain and injuries affecting tendons, ligaments and surrounding soft tissues.

Shockwave therapy works by delivering targeted acoustic waves into damaged tissue, helping to stimulate blood flow, support healing responses and encourage long-term recovery. It is frequently used for conditions where pain has become persistent or recurring over time.

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, often causing discomfort with the first few steps in the morning or after periods of rest. Chronic plantar fasciitis can become difficult to resolve when the tissue under the foot becomes irritated over a prolonged period.

Shockwave therapy may help stimulate healing within the plantar fascia and is often considered when stretching, orthotics or rest alone have not provided sufficient improvement.

Common symptoms may include:

• Heel pain when walking
• Pain worse in the morning
• Tenderness underneath the foot
• Pain after prolonged standing or activity

Achilles Tendinopathy

Achilles tendinopathy affects the tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel and is common in runners, active individuals and people who spend long periods on their feet.

Persistent Achilles pain can become difficult to settle without targeted treatment. Shockwave therapy may help encourage tissue repair and improve long-term tendon recovery when symptoms have become chronic.

Symptoms may include:

• Pain or stiffness in the Achilles tendon
• Discomfort during walking or running
• Morning stiffness
• Swelling or tenderness around the tendon

Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, causes pain around the outside of the elbow due to irritation of the forearm tendons. It is commonly associated with repetitive gripping, lifting or manual work.

Shockwave therapy may be recommended for long-standing tendon irritation that has not improved with rest or rehabilitation exercises alone.

Common symptoms include:

• Pain on the outer elbow
• Weak grip strength
• Pain when lifting objects
• Discomfort during repetitive arm movements

Golfer’s Elbow

Golfer’s elbow affects the tendons on the inside of the elbow and can develop from repetitive strain, lifting or sporting activities.

Shockwave therapy may help reduce persistent tendon pain and support recovery in chronic cases where symptoms continue to return.

Symptoms may include:

• Pain on the inside of the elbow
• Forearm tightness
• Weakness when gripping
• Pain during wrist or arm movements

Rotator Cuff Shoulder Pain

Rotator cuff injuries and tendon irritation can cause ongoing shoulder pain, weakness and reduced movement. These issues are common in both active individuals and people with repetitive overhead movements.

Shockwave therapy may help improve healing responses within irritated shoulder tendons and may be considered alongside rehabilitation exercises and osteopathic treatment.

Symptoms may include:

• Pain lifting the arm
• Shoulder weakness
• Pain when sleeping on the affected side
• Restricted shoulder movement

Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper’s Knee)

Patellar tendinopathy affects the tendon below the kneecap and is commonly associated with running, jumping and sporting activities.

When tendon pain becomes chronic, shockwave therapy may help stimulate recovery and reduce ongoing irritation within the tendon.

Symptoms may include:

• Pain below the kneecap
• Pain during exercise
• Tenderness around the tendon
• Stiffness after activity

Hip Tendon Pain

Tendon irritation around the hip can cause pain when walking, exercising or sleeping on one side. Symptoms may develop gradually and become persistent over time.

Shockwave therapy may be useful in supporting recovery for chronic tendon irritation affecting the hip region.

Common symptoms may include:

• Pain on the outside of the hip
• Tenderness when lying on the side
• Pain during walking
• Stiffness or weakness around the hip

Calcific Shoulder Tendinitis

Calcific tendinitis occurs when calcium deposits develop within the shoulder tendons, often causing significant pain and restricted movement.

Shockwave therapy is commonly used to help break down calcific deposits and support recovery within the affected tendon.

Symptoms may include:

• Sharp shoulder pain
• Pain lifting the arm
• Night pain
• Reduced shoulder mobility

Shin Splints

Shin splints can develop from repetitive impact, overtraining or changes in activity levels. Persistent lower leg pain may become difficult to settle without addressing the underlying tissue irritation.

Shockwave therapy may help reduce chronic irritation and support healing within affected tissues.

Symptoms may include:

• Pain along the shin bone
• Tenderness in the lower leg
• Pain during running or exercise
• Tightness after activity

Chronic Muscle and Tendon Pain

Shockwave therapy may also be used for a range of persistent muscular and tendon-related conditions where pain and tissue irritation have become ongoing.

This may include repetitive strain injuries, chronic soft tissue tightness and long-term overuse injuries that have not responded fully to other conservative treatments.

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