Shockwave orthopedics

Shock waves can also be used in orthopedics. Shock wave therapy, used in physical therapy, sports medicine, and orthopedics, can treat many musculoskeletal conditions.

Shock waves can be used to treat many conditions, including:

• chronic tendinitis,
• rotator cuff tendinitis,
• Achilles tendinopathy,
• plantar fasciitis,
• traumatic tendinitis,
• epicondylitis,
• heel spur,
• tendon calcifications,
• chronic pain.

A specialist’s diagnosis is required for treatment. The unit cost varies between 30 and 70 euros.