Which specialist performs shockwave therapy?

A trained physiotherapist commonly performs shockwave therapy, and a sports-medicine clinician may also provide or supervise it. The practitioner should first identify the painful structure, check whether the treatment is suitable, and explain what sensations and aftercare to expect.

Shockwave therapy uses focused or radial sound waves over a selected area of soft tissue or bone. A physiotherapist usually combines the assessment with movement testing, strength checks, and a review of activity and previous care. The treatment plan may include exercises that address loading, flexibility, and the movement pattern contributing to symptoms.

Look for a licensed physiotherapist or sports-medicine clinician who has specific training with the device and the condition being treated. Share your diagnosis, scans, medications, skin problems, bleeding concerns, and any implanted device. Ask how many sessions may be considered, what activity to modify, and how progress will be judged beyond pain alone.

Get medical assessment before treatment if pain began after a major injury, the area is hot and swollen, or you have fever or unexplained weight change. Seek prompt help for new weakness, spreading numbness, loss of function, or severe pain that is rapidly worsening. A different diagnosis may need attention first.

Ask what structure is being treated and why shockwave therapy fits your diagnosis. Clarify expected discomfort, skin or bruising changes, exercise timing, medicines to discuss, alternatives, and the point at which the plan would be changed if symptoms do not improve.