Shockwave Therapy Treatment in Newmarket

Shockwave therapy (also called radial shockwave therapy) is a non-invasive treatment that sends short pulses of energy into a sore area, most often where a tendon attaches to bone. It is mainly used for stubborn tendon and soft-tissue problems that have not settled with other care, such as plantar fasciitis or tennis elbow.

At FIT Physiotherapy in Newmarket, shockwave is one of the tools your physiotherapist can use within your treatment plan, whatever your injury or condition. It is used when it is appropriate for you, not as a standard package: every plan is built around your assessment, and not every plan includes shockwave.

Shockwave as Part of a Full Physiotherapy Plan

Shockwave works best as one part of active rehabilitation, not as a stand-alone fix. When your physiotherapist decides it will help, it is combined with:

Manual therapy: hands-on treatment to ease pain and stiffness, from physiotherapists with advanced manual therapy training through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
Exercise therapy: progressive strengthening and loading, one-on-one and in our on-site training facility, so the tendon or muscle can handle everyday and sport demands again.
Education and load management: practical changes to activity, footwear or work set-up while you recover.

No separate shockwave fee. When shockwave is part of your treatment plan, it is included in your regular physiotherapy visit.

You see the same physiotherapist each visit, and your first assessment takes about an hour. We direct bill most extended health insurance plans, and no referral is needed.

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What Is Shockwave Therapy Used For?

Shockwave is most often considered for long-standing tendon and soft-tissue problems, including:

Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs
Achilles tendon pain
Patellar tendon pain (jumper’s knee)
Shin splints
Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
Rotator cuff tendon pain, including calcific tendinitis
Pain on the outside of the hip (trochanteric bursitis or gluteal tendon pain)
Ongoing muscle pain and trigger points

Your physiotherapist will explain whether shockwave is likely to help your particular problem, or whether other treatment is a better fit.

How Shockwave Works

A hand piece delivers short pulses of energy through the skin to the sore area. The pulses are thought to stimulate the body’s own repair processes in tendons and connective tissue, improve local blood flow, and in some cases help break down calcium deposits.

Treatment is non-invasive and drug-free, and it does not need anesthetic. Each application usually takes only a few minutes within your appointment. Many people feel some relief over the following weeks, especially when shockwave is combined with the right exercise, although results vary from person to person.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is shockwave part of every treatment plan at FIT?

No. Shockwave is one of several tools your physiotherapist can use, and it is included in your plan only when it is appropriate for your condition. Every plan is built around your own assessment, and there is no standard template of care.

Is there an extra charge for shockwave therapy?

No. When shockwave is part of your treatment plan, it is included in your regular physiotherapy visit, with no separate shockwave fee. Most extended health plans cover physiotherapy, and we direct bill most insurance providers.

How many shockwave treatments will I need?

It depends on your condition and how you respond. There is no set number of sessions. Your physiotherapist will explain the plan after your assessment and review your progress as you go.

Is shockwave therapy painful?

Most people find it uncomfortable rather than painful, and the intensity can be adjusted to keep you comfortable. Some people feel mild soreness for a day or two afterwards. You can usually carry on with normal daily activities.

Are there any side effects of shockwave therapy?

Side effects are usually mild and short-lived, such as soreness, redness, swelling or bruising in the treated area. Talk to your physiotherapist about any concerns before treatment.

Can anyone have shockwave therapy?

Not everyone. It may not be suitable if you have a bleeding disorder or take blood-thinning medication, are pregnant, have a cancer or infection in the area, or have certain other medical conditions. Your physiotherapist will check your health history before recommending it.

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