Living with chronic pain or slow-healing injuries can be frustrating and limiting. Whether you're dealing with plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, or muscle tightness, modern physiotherapy offers a powerful non-invasive solution: shockwave therapy. In this blog, we’ll explore what a shockwave therapist does, how the treatment works, and why it’s becoming a trusted choice for long-term relief.
What Is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is a non-surgical treatment that uses high-energy acoustic waves to stimulate healing in injured tissues. These pulses trigger the body’s natural repair mechanisms by increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and breaking down scar tissue and calcium deposits.
Who Is a Shockwave Therapist?
A shockwave therapist is a trained healthcare professional—often a physiotherapist—who is certified in administering shockwave therapy safely and effectively. They assess your condition, determine if shockwave treatment is appropriate, and apply the therapy as part of a personalized rehabilitation plan.
Shockwave therapists are skilled in treating a wide range of conditions, including:
Plantar fasciitis
Achilles tendonitis
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
Patellar tendonitis (jumper's knee)
Shoulder tendinopathy (e.g., calcific tendinitis)
Hip and hamstring pain
Chronic muscle tightness
How Does a Shockwave Therapist Treat You?
Here’s what to expect during a session with a shockwave therapist:
1. Assessment and Diagnosis
Your therapist will begin with a physical examination and ask about your symptoms and medical history. This helps them identify the exact source of pain and determine if shockwave therapy is right for you.
2. Treatment Plan
If you’re a good candidate, the shockwave therapist will create a customized treatment plan. Most patients require 3 to 6 sessions spaced one week apart, depending on the severity of the condition.
3. Application of Shockwave Therapy
During the treatment, a handheld device delivers high-frequency sound waves to the targeted area. The session typically lasts 5–10 minutes and is well tolerated, with minimal discomfort.
4. Aftercare and Progress Monitoring
Your therapist may provide post-treatment advice, such as stretching exercises or activity modification. Improvement is often seen within a few sessions, with continued healing over weeks.
Benefits of Working with a Certified Shockwave Therapist
Choosing a qualified shockwave therapist ensures safe application, accurate diagnosis, and faster results. Some of the main benefits of shockwave therapy include:
Pain reduction without medication
Accelerated tissue repair
Improved mobility and function
Minimal side effects
No need for surgery or injections
Why Choose Achieve Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation?
At Achieve Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, our experienced shockwave therapists in Mississauga use advanced technology and evidence-based techniques to help you recover faster and move better. We treat every patient with personalized care, ensuring that your therapy plan is tailored to your condition and goals.
Whether you’re an athlete with overuse injuries or someone dealing with chronic joint or tendon pain, our team is here to help you feel better—naturally and safely.
Book a Session with a Shockwave Therapist Today
Ready to try a proven, non-invasive treatment for chronic pain? Schedule an appointment with a certified shockwave therapist at Achieve Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation today. Let us help you get back to doing what you love—pain-free.
