Shock wave therapy
Shockwave therapy uses high-frequency sound waves to stimulate targeted areas of the body. These waves cause increased blood flow to the entire pain zone, promote tissue regeneration and reduce inflammation, which leads to pain relief.
It has proven to be extremely effective in relieving pain and promoting healing.
For which complaints is shock wave therapy suitable?
Shock wave therapy is used to heal tendonitis, calcifications and bone healing disorders in the musculoskeletal system. The most common areas of application are
- Chronic pain: Shock wave therapy can be effective for chronic pain, particularly in the area of tendons, muscles and joints.
- Injuries: It is also suitable for treating injuries, whether from sports accidents or everyday injuries.
- Orthopaedic diseases: Patients with orthopaedic problems such as heel spurs or tennis elbow can benefit from this therapy.
For which clinical pictures is shock wave therapy used?
- Tennis and golfer’s elbow
- Plantar fasciitis and heel spur
- Achillodynia
- Patella tip syndrome
- Tibial crest syndrome
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Supraspinatus tendon syndrome
- Biceps tendon syndrome
- Trochanteric tendinopathy
- Pseudarthrosis
- Calcified shoulder
Benefits and advantages of shock wave therapy
- Pain relief: The therapy can reduce or even eliminate pain, which significantly improves quality of life.
- Faster recovery: Shock wave therapy promotes healing and regeneration, which leads to a faster recovery.
- Non-invasive: In contrast to surgical procedures, shock wave therapy is non-invasive and has no downtime.
- Lasting results: Most patients experience long-lasting improvements after therapy.
Most frequently asked questions
Is the treatment painful?
Shock wave therapy can be painful, especially in the vicinity of bones. However, the treatment only lasts a few minutes. Afterwards, you may experience a little more pain for two days, but this should then decrease significantly.
How many sessions are required?
The number of sessions required varies depending on the type and severity of the condition. However, several sessions a few days apart are usually required to achieve optimal results. Your therapist will draw up an individual treatment plan.
Our team is there for you

Our team of qualified therapists has extensive experience in the application of shock wave therapy, which is used for a variety of orthopaedic and rheumatological problems as well as injuries before and after operations.
We offer a professional and supportive environment in which you feel comfortable and receive personalized care.