Shockwave Therapy Clinic, Focussed & Radial Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave Therapy

What is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses powerful acoustic (sound) waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing response. Originally developed to break down kidney stones, it’s now widely used in musculoskeletal medicine to treat chronic pain and soft-tissue injuries.

When applied to an affected area, these shockwaves increase blood flow, boost cell activity, and promote the regeneration of tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues. The therapy also helps to break down stubborn scar tissue and calcium deposits, allowing the body to repair and remodel damaged structures more effectively.

Because it activates the body’s own healing mechanisms rather than masking symptoms, Shockwave Therapy can significantly reduce pain, improve mobility, and accelerate recovery all without surgery, medication, or downtime.

Our Coventry Park Road clinic, see patients visit for Shockwave Therapy for conditions such as plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles tendinopathy, and shoulder pain. Treatments are quick, comfortable, and designed to get you moving again with lasting results. Our experienced therapists tailor each session to your condition, ensuring the most effective depth, intensity, and technique for your recovery.

“I’d been struggling with chronic heel pain for months, and nothing seemed to work. My therapist recommended Focused Shockwave Therapy because the pain was deep in the tissue. After just a few sessions, I could feel the difference the stabbing pain eased, and I could finally walk comfortably again. It felt like the treatment reached right to the root of the problem.”

“After a running injury, my therapist used a mix of Focused and Radial Shockwave Therapy. The focused sessions targeted the deeper tendon damage, while the radial waves helped relax the surrounding muscles. The combination worked brilliantly within a month I was back to gentle training without pain.”

“I’d developed tightness and pain around my upper arm from repetitive strain at work. My clinician suggested Radial Shockwave Therapy to help release the muscle tension and improve blood flow. The treatment was quick, and I noticed my shoulder felt looser straight away. Over a few weeks, the aching completely settled.”

"I can’t recommend Coventry Back Pain Clinic enough. Have had back issues for years now and after pushing things to far, I needed to find a solution. Maria has looked after me ever since, diagnosed the issue which I never could’ve imagined and has helped me to manage this moving forward. I’ve had other issues pop-up - groin issues, tennis elbow and Maria fixes it! Couldn’t recommend more highly"

The Two Main Types of Shockwave Therapy

There are two main types of Shockwave Therapy used in clinical practice: Focused Shockwave Therapy and Radial Shockwave Therapy. Both use sound energy to stimulate healing, but they differ in how deeply the waves penetrate and how the energy is delivered.

Think of it this way:

Focused shockwaves act like a precision laser delivering concentrated energy to a specific, deeper target.
Radial shockwaves act more like a ripple spreading energy over a broader area.

Understanding the difference between the two helps your therapist choose the most effective treatment for your specific condition. At Coventry Back Pain Clinic on Park Road, we often combine both approaches focused for deeper structures such as tendons or joints, and radial for surrounding soft tissue tension to provide a complete and lasting result.

What is Focused Shockwave Therapy?

Focused Shockwave Therapy, also known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-intensity sound waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes. Delivered through a specialised device, the shockwaves are precisely targeted to the affected area— helping to reduce pain, encourage tissue repair, and support recovery from a range of musculoskeletal conditions.

How does Focused Shockwave Therapy work?

During a Focused Shockwave Therapy session, high-energy sound waves are precisely targeted at the injured or affected area. These waves create controlled mechanical stress that triggers the release of healing factors and supports tissue regeneration. The treatment also boosts blood flow to the area, helping deliver essential oxygen and nutrients to aid in the repair process.

Conditions Treated with Focused Shockwave Therapy

CATEGORY	AILMENTS / CONDITIONS COMMONLY TREATED
Tendons & Soft Tissue	• Achilles tendinopathy • Patellar tendinopathy • Hamstring tendinopathy • Gluteal tendinopathy • Biceps tendinopathy
Fascia & Foot	• Plantar fasciitis • Heel spurs • Medial arch pain • Metatarsalgia • Forefoot pain
Muscle & Myofascial Pain	• Myofascial trigger points • Chronic muscle tension • Myofascial pain syndrome • Calf strain • Quadriceps strain
Joint & Enthesopathy	• Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) • Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) • Hip enthesopathy • Shoulder enthesopathy • Knee enthesopathy
Sports & Overuse Injuries	• Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome) • Runner’s knee • Tendon overuse injuries • Chronic muscle strain • Repetitive impact injuries
Back & Pelvic Pain	• Sacroiliac joint pain • Lumbar muscle strain • Iliotibial band syndrome • Deep gluteal pain • Piriformis-related pain
Shoulder & Upper Limb Conditions	• Rotator cuff tendinopathy • Supraspinatus tendinopathy • Deltoid trigger points • Upper arm overuse injuries • Bicipital tendon irritation
Chronic Degenerative Conditions	• Calcific tendinitis • Long-standing tendinopathy • Scar tissue adhesions • Chronic heel pain • Persistent soft tissue thickening

What is Radial Shockwave Therapy?

Radial Shockwave Therapy delivers lower-intensity sound waves in a radial pattern. This treatment is particularly effective for musculoskeletal conditions such as tennis elbow, patellar tendinopathy, and Achilles tendinopathy.

How does Radial Shockwave Therapy work?

Radial Shockwave Therapy uses a handheld device (similar to a wand) that delivers acoustic waves to the affected area. These radial waves create microtrauma, stimulating the body’s natural healing response. The therapy also promotes the formation of new blood vessels and accelerates the breakdown of calcifications, helping to restore normal tissue function.

Conditions Treated with Radial Shockwave Therapy

CATEGORY	AILMENTS / CONDITIONS COMMONLY TREATED
Tendons & Soft Tissue	• Achilles tendinopathy • Patellar tendinopathy • Hamstring tendinopathy • Gluteal tendinopathy • Peroneal tendinopathy
Fascia & Foot	• Plantar fasciitis • Heel spurs • Medial arch pain • Metatarsalgia • General forefoot pain
Muscle & Myofascial Pain	• Myofascial trigger points • Tight or knotted muscles • Chronic muscle tension • Calf strain • Quadriceps strain
Elbow & Forearm Conditions	• Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) • Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) • Forearm muscle overload • Grip-related strain • Tendon irritation from repetitive use
Sports & Overuse Injuries	• Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome) • Runner’s knee • Soft tissue overuse injuries • Chronic strains • Repetitive impact-related pain
Shoulder & Upper Limb Pain	• Rotator cuff irritation • Deltoid trigger points • Bicipital tendon irritation • Shoulder muscle tightness • Upper arm soft tissue pain
Back & Hip Muscle Pain	• Lumbar muscle tension • Sacroiliac-related soft tissue pain • Piriformis tightness • Gluteal muscle trigger points • General muscular back pain
Chronic Soft Tissue Conditions	• Long-standing tendinopathy • Chronic heel pain • Scar tissue adhesions • Persistent soft tissue thickening • Stubborn muscle knots