Radial Shockwave Therapy, otherwise known as Radial Pressure Waves (RPW) is a non-invasive therapy that works by sending high-pressured acoustic shockwaves that travel through the skin to targeted tissue, reducing pain and stimulate tissue healing.
Radial Shockwave Therapy is a great treatment for ongoing pain and stiffness due to tendonitis, as well as for muscular aches and pains. It has been proven effective in treating conditions that typical conservative management has failed in resolving. In particular it is used for;
This differs between individuals and various injuries. A typical course of treatment is between 4-6 sessions to see the desired results.
Radial Shockwave Therapy can be added on to your initial or standard subsequent appointment with your osteopath for an additional $30. We also offer a short Radial Shockwave Only treatment, at $60 for a 15 minute treatment.
Your practitioner will advise the most suitable course of treatment for you.
No.
However, many GPs do refer their patients to us for Radial Shockwave therapy, but gaining an official referral isn’t required.
If you have a circulation or nerve disorder, an infection, a bone tumour, or a metabolic bone condition, shockwave therapy should not be used.
Shockwave therapy should also be avoided if there are any open wounds or tumours present, as well as during pregnancy.
Our practitioners adhere to all guidelines and constraints, therefore shockwave therapy has a very safe track record.
We at Exceed Health Hub have made it our mission to provide total patient-centred care encompassed in a safe and homely environment. Our sole focus is to achieve exceptional outcomes that not only meet, but exceed, the expectations of our clients.
