Shockwave therapy

Shockwave Therapy

Short sessions, targeted treatment

Shockwave therapy is a specialised technique within physiotherapy where the painful area is treated with powerful pulse waves. It is a non-surgical treatment that supports healing in chronic tendon, muscle or ligament injuries. The treatment is described as 100% safe and completely painless. Sessions are short, and the success rate after a few treatments is described as high—making shockwave therapy a popular option for many complaints.

How does shockwave therapy work?

During treatment, a device delivers high-pressure pulse waves into the injured structure. This triggers a biological response in the tissue. Shockwave therapy also stimulates blood flow in the area, supporting tissue repair by promoting a new healing response.

When do we use shockwave therapy?

Shockwave therapy is commonly used for muscle-tendon tissue and tendon attachments. The pulse waves support recovery by activating the body’s self-healing response, stimulating metabolism and improving blood circulation.

What to expect at B&B Healthcare

We first determine whether shockwave therapy is suitable through an intake and physical examination. If shockwave therapy fits your complaint, the treatment itself typically takes about 5–10 minutes. During treatment, the device is placed on the painful area and the tissue is exposed to shockwaves.

Shockwave therapy is used as an additional technique alongside physiotherapy and exercise therapy. Your physiotherapist will also give you exercises to do at home.

Why we use shockwave therapy

Shockwave therapy is used for specific complaints and is chosen for practical reasons such as:

• No medication is used
• Short session duration (5–10 minutes)
• Results after an average of 4–6 treatments
• Focus on the cause rather than only symptoms
• Pain reduction
• In some cases, it may help avoid surgery for calcifications