Treatments take around 5 minutes.
It doesn't require anaesthesia, injections or surgery.
Shown to reduce average pain score from 8.5/10 to 1.5/10 within four weeks
Shockwave therapy involves directing ultrasound shockwaves at the heel and base of your foot. The shockwaves promote increased blood circulation and metabolism in the impact area, which accelerates the healing processes.
Results
It is important to realise that not all shockwave machines are the same and that your treatment at Axis is conducted in line with international best practice. Our Swiss Dolorclast machines have robust clinical data to support their use.
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To be seen for shockwave therapy you must have a referral. We accept referrals from other clinicians like your orthopaedic surgeon, podiatrist or rheumatologist. Ask them to arrange the referral, and then book in with us.
Booking is easy, simply call or email us and we can book you in for your first treatment. We can usually see you within a few days of booking if not sooner.
Each treatment costs $135 per session ($200 for bilateral injuries). In almost all cases, an initial course of three treatments is recommended. In most cases, this treatment is not funded by ACC.
Our shockwave therapy treatments are available at both our St Johns and Wairau Valley locations.
