Shockwave therapy was initially introduced as a way to breakdown kidney stones without direct contact. It then evolved to treat non-healing bones by activating osteoblasts.

Today it treats a wide range of medical conditions, including, but not limited to:

• Plantar fasciitis
• Achilles tendinopathy
• Jumper’s knee (Patellar Tendonitis)
• Treatment of tendinopathy
• Hamstring muscle injuries
• Myofascial trigger points
• Bursitis
• Stiff big toe (Hallux Rigidus)
• Non-healing ulcers
• Tendonitis
• Scar tissue
• Calcific rotator cuff tendonitis
• Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
• Broken bones that have failed to heal (non-unions)
• Shoulder pain
• Tennis elbow
• Heel spurs
• Shin splints
• Stress fractures
• Enhancing bone healing
• Muscle and connective tissue injuries

Shockwave therapy accelerates the healing process in the body by stimulating the metabolism and enhancing blood circulation to regenerate damaged tissue.

Strong energy pulses are applied to the affected area for short periods of time, creating micro-cavitation bubbles that expand and burst. The force created by these bubbles stimulates cells in the body that are responsible for bone and connective tissue healing.

In many instances, shockwave therapy is most effective in cases where the human body has not been able to heal itself on its own.

The soundwaves will be felt but our therapists are trained to gradually increase the intensity as your body accommodates.

Upon completion of your assessment, your therapist can advise you if shockwave therapy is appropriate for your injury.

2 – 3 treatments are often advised, each treatment being 1 week apart.

Yes, you may feel increased soreness post-treatment for 48 – 72 hours, but that should subside.

Please refrain from icing post-treatment. You may use heat to increase blood flow to the area.

You may perform light aerobic activity and stretching but should refrain from heavy weight training or explosive type exercises.

Shockwave therapy is not covered under your OHIP but may be covered by your extended health insurance plan. Please check your individual plans for more details. The Sport Medicine Clinic will provide you with an invoice to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Please note that at the Sport Medicine Clinic, there is an additional charge for each shockwave therapy treatment.

No referral is necessary for shockwave therapy to be part of your treatment plan. Upon completion of your assessment, your therapist can advise you if shockwave therapy is appropriate for your injury. 

Yes! Please call 416-865-0903 or email us today to book your appointment.