Radial Shockwave Therapy (RSWT) is an exciting non-surgical treatment that uses acoustic pressure waves to stimulate the...
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At Workstrong Physiotherapy we use the Chattanooga Intelect® RPW 2 — the most compact and clinically advanced radial pressure wave system on the market. The device generates pneumatically-driven acoustic pulses that propagate radially through tissue, activating connective tissue from the surface down to deep-seated pathologies and resetting the body's healing response in chronic conditions.
Shockwave is best indicated for resilient chronic conditions that haven't responded to traditional physiotherapy. It triggers increased cell permeability, neovascularisation (new blood vessel formation), reduction of fibrous adhesions and stimulation of collagen production — essentially restarting the healing process in degenerated tissue.
Best for stubborn conditions. RPW therapy is most effective for chronic tendon pathologies that haven't improved with rest, physio or injections. Most patients see significant improvement in 3–6 sessions spaced one week apart. Results are often felt immediately after the first treatment.
Conditions Treated
Common Questions
Some patients feel mild discomfort during treatment over the most sensitive area. This is generally well tolerated and brief — any discomfort subsides quickly after the session.
Most conditions respond within 3–6 sessions, spaced one week apart. Your physiotherapist will advise based on your response to treatment.
Plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy, rotator cuff calcification, tennis elbow, and chronic muscle tightness. See our full conditions list.
Light activity is generally fine. Your physiotherapist will advise on activity modification for 24–48 hours after each session to optimise healing.
