Shockwave Therapy Fairlight

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is an umbrella term used to describe any form of shockwave therapy that is delivered externally to the body.

One of the most common forms is radial shockwave therapy, which works by delivering radial pressure waves outward from the treatment site and is frequently used to help manage musculoskeletal conditions.

It is common to experience some mild discomfort or tingling in the treated area during or after a session. For most people, this tends to diminish over the course of a few sessions.

A shockwave therapy session usually takes between 10 and 15 minutes for one area, or around 20 minutes if two areas are being addressed.

Your initial treatment begins with a review of your medical history and a brief assessment of the affected area. Ultrasound gel is applied to the treatment site, and the shockwave device is moved gently over the area.

Most people find the session straightforward and are able to leave immediately after treatment.

For most people, a return to normal activities immediately following the session is possible.

Four to six sessions may be appropriate for many people managing soft tissue injuries, and may assist in reducing pain over the course of treatment.

Some people choose to explore shockwave therapy as a non-invasive option before considering surgery. Whether it is a suitable path forward will depend on your specific condition and medical history.

Shockwave therapy may be claimable through private health insurance, subject to your individual policy and level of cover.

Shockwave therapy may work well as a standalone treatment for some people, particularly those with minor soft tissue injuries. For longer-standing conditions such as plantar fasciitis, your physiotherapist may suggest combining it with other treatments like physical therapy or dry needling.

If you’ve been relying on pain relief medication or trying other treatments without lasting improvement, shockwave therapy may be worth exploring.

The cost of shockwave therapy varies depending on the clinic. At DX Physio, we recommend contacting us directly for current pricing. We’re happy to help you understand your options, including whether your private health insurance may cover part of the cost.

In Australia, Medicare generally does not cover shockwave therapy, as this treatment is typically considered elective and not listed on the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS).

There are, however, limited situations where Medicare rebates may apply, particularly for chronic conditions managed via an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) or Chronic Disease Management plan.

If arranged by your GP and you meet the eligibility criteria, you may be able to access up to five subsidised allied health sessions per calendar year, which may include shockwave therapy if it forms part of your personalised care plan.

We service patients in Sydney from suburbs including:

• Shockwave Therapy Allambie Heights
• Shockwave Therapy Balgowlah
• Shockwave Therapy Brookvale
• Shockwave Therapy Cammeray
• Shockwave Therapy Clontarf
• Shockwave Therapy Cremorne
• Shockwave Therapy Crows Nest
• Shockwave Therapy Kurraba Point
• Shockwave Therapy Manly
• Shockwave Therapy Manly Vale
• Shockwave Therapy Mosman
• Shockwave Therapy Naremburn
• Shockwave Therapy Neutral Bay
• Shockwave Therapy Northbridge
• Shockwave Therapy Queenscliff
• Shockwave Therapy Seaforth