Shockwave Therapy in London, Ontario: A Non-Surgical Solution for Chronic Pain

Have you been dealing with shoulder pain, heel pain, tennis elbow, or tendon injuries that aren’t improving despite rest, medications, or traditional treatments?

Shockwave Therapy may be the solution you’ve been looking for.

At Foundation Physiotherapy & Rehab in London, Ontario, we offer advanced Shockwave Therapy to help stimulate healing, reduce pain, and get you back to doing the activities you love.

What Is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic sound waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing response.

The treatment delivers controlled energy into injured tissues, helping to:

• Improve blood circulation
• Stimulate tissue repair
• Break down chronic scar tissue
• Promote collagen production
• Reduce pain
• Accelerate healing

Unlike injections or surgery, Shockwave Therapy is non-invasive and requires little to no downtime.

Conditions That May Benefit from Shockwave Therapy

Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain)

• Heel pain during the first steps in the morning
• Pain after prolonged standing
• Tenderness under the heel

Achilles Tendinopathy

• Pain at the back of the ankle
• Stiffness in the Achilles tendon
• Pain during walking, running, or exercise

Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

• Pain on the outside of the elbow
• Weak grip strength
• Pain when lifting or carrying objects

Golfer’s Elbow

• Pain on the inside of the elbow
• Forearm discomfort
• Reduced strength

Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

Shoulder pain may develop from repetitive overhead activities, sports participation, or workplace demands. Shockwave Therapy can help stimulate healing within damaged tendons.

Calcific Tendinitis

Shockwave Therapy may help break down calcium deposits within tendons and improve function.

Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper’s Knee)

Common in athletes who participate in jumping or running sports.

Chronic Muscle Pain & Trigger Points

Some patients experience significant relief from persistent muscle tension and pain.

How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?

When tissues become chronically injured, the body’s healing process may slow down or become ineffective.

Shockwave Therapy delivers mechanical energy into the affected area, which helps:

• Increase local blood flow
• Stimulate cellular repair
• Encourage tissue regeneration
• Reduce pain sensitivity
• Improve tendon healing

This allows the body to restart the healing process in areas that have been stuck in a chronic pain cycle.

What Does Treatment Feel Like?

Most patients describe Shockwave Therapy as a series of rapid tapping sensations.

• Treatment typically lasts 5 to 15 minutes
• The intensity can be adjusted for comfort
• Mild discomfort during treatment is normal

How Many Treatments Are Needed?

Most patients benefit from approximately 3 to 6 treatment sessions.

The exact number depends on:

• Severity of the condition
• Duration of symptoms
• Tissue involved
• Individual healing response

Many patients begin noticing improvement within the first few sessions.

Is Shockwave Therapy Safe?

Shockwave Therapy has been extensively studied and is considered safe when provided by trained healthcare professionals.

Potential side effects are usually mild and temporary:

• Mild soreness
• Temporary redness
• Minor bruising
• Increased sensitivity for 24–48 hours

Most patients return to normal activities immediately after treatment.

Why Combine Shockwave Therapy with Physiotherapy?

While Shockwave Therapy can be highly effective, the best results often occur when combined with physiotherapy.

At Foundation Physiotherapy & Rehab, we integrate:

• Shockwave Therapy
• Exercise rehabilitation
• Manual therapy
• Mobility training
• Strengthening programs
• Education and activity modification

This comprehensive approach helps address both symptoms and underlying causes.

Why Choose Foundation Physiotherapy & Rehab?

When Should You Consider Shockwave Therapy?

• Your pain has lasted longer than 6 weeks
• Traditional treatments haven’t helped
• You have a chronic tendon injury
• You want to avoid injections or surgery
• You are looking for a non-invasive treatment option

A physiotherapy assessment can determine whether Shockwave Therapy is appropriate for your condition.

Book Your Assessment Today

If you’re struggling with chronic pain, tendon injuries, plantar fasciitis, shoulder pain, Achilles tendinopathy, or tennis elbow, Shockwave Therapy may help you get back to living pain-free.

Contact Foundation Physiotherapy & Rehab in London, Ontario, to schedule your assessment and learn whether Shockwave Therapy is right for you.