Shockwave Therapy
in Lymington – Fast Pain Relief
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is now available at The Arches Physiotherapy in Lymington. This non-invasive treatment uses acoustic waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing response, reduce pain and restore movement.
Shockwave is recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for conditions such as Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciopathy (plantar fasciitis) and calcific tendinopathy.
What is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave delivers controlled, low-energy sound waves through the skin using a hand-held applicator. These waves trigger increased blood flow, cell repair and pain reduction in the affected tendon or soft tissue.
Benefits include:
- Rapid pain relief
- Improved tissue healing and regeneration
- Restored tendon function
- Effective support for long-term recovery
Conditions Treated With Shockwave
Shockwave Therapy is effective for a wide range of chronic tendon and soft tissue problems, including:
- Plantar fasciitis (fasciopathy)
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis)
- Shoulder tendinopathy and calcific tendonitis
- Patella tendinopathy (jumper’s knee)
- Gluteal tendinopathy / trochanteric bursitis
If your pain has not improved with rest, stretching or standard physiotherapy, shockwave may provide the breakthrough you need.
What To Expect
From Treatment
- Quick sessions – Each treatment takes just a few minutes.
- Course of care – Usually one session per week for 4–6 weeks, depending on your response.
- Sensation – Some patients feel mild discomfort during or shortly after treatment, but this settles quickly.
- Follow-up – Your physiotherapist will guide you on exercises and activity to maximise results.
A large body of clinical research, including multiple randomised controlled trials, shows shockwave therapy is safe and effective when delivered by trained professionals.
Who Should Avoid Shockwave?
Shockwave is not suitable for everyone. It may not be recommended if you:
- Take anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medication
- Have had a steroid injection in the affected area in the last 6 weeks
- Have cancerous tissue near the treatment site
- Need treatment close to major organs
Your physiotherapist will carry out a full screening before treatment begins.
Meet Our Shockwave Therapy Team
You are in expert hands with our experienced therapists:
FAQs – Shockwave Therapy
in Lymington
Most patients feel a tapping sensation and mild discomfort, but it is well tolerated. Any soreness usually eases within 24–48 hours.
Some people notice improvement after 1–2 sessions, while others require the full course. The healing response continues for weeks after treatment ends.
Yes, but high-impact or strenuous activity may be restricted for 48 hours. Your physiotherapist will advise you.
Common Patient Questions
Yes. Shockwave is highly effective for stubborn plantar fasciitis when rest, stretching and insoles haven’t worked. It stimulates healing and reduces chronic heel pain.
Yes, provided there are no medical contraindications. Many older patients benefit from reduced tendon pain and improved mobility.
Why Choose
The Arches
for Shockwave?
- Evidence-based treatment backed by NICE guidance
- Delivered by experienced chartered physiotherapists
- Integrated care with physiotherapy, massage and rehabilitation
- Conveniently located in central Lymington
- Trusted by the local community with five-star reviews
Find Us
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The Arches Physiotherapy – Shockwave Therapy Clinic
Wistaria Court, 24a Avenue Road
Lymington, Hampshire
SO41 9GJ
- 01590 688 788
- info@thearchesphysiotherapy.co.uk
