are there any side effects from Shock Wave Therapy?

Side effects from Shock Wave Therapy is limited to:

• mild bruising
• swelling
• slight pain
• numbness or 
• tingling in the treated area.

The benfit outway the risk of mild discomfort which we can certainly adjust the treatment & manage to your comfort levels.

Few things to try at home:

• Rest - Raise your foot on a stool.
• Ice - Bag of peas for up to twenty minutes every two-three hours.
• Gentle stretching - After resting patients often report a stabbing sensation especially when they take their first steps in the morning stretch your foot before taking those first morning steps. 

If still in pain after two weeks.... please book an appointment with us.