SHOCKWAVE Treatment
Shockwave Treatment In Sheffield
Shockwave treatment in sheffield
Common Conditions We Treat With Foot & Ankle Pain Treatment
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End morning heel pain. 90% report relief in 4 sessions.
Shockwave Therapy is particularly effective for plantar fasciitis when heel pain is sharp, persistent, and worst with the first steps in the morning or after running. In cases.
Shockwave targets this area directly, stimulating blood flow and cellular repair while reducing pain sensitivity around the heel. This allows the plantar fascia to tolerate load again, making walking, running, and standing more comfortable as rehabilitation progresses.
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Jump and Run without stabbing knee pain.
Achilles tendinopathy presents as stiffness and pain in the tendon, often worse in the morning or at the start of running, and aggravated by hills, speed work, or jumping. The tendon becomes less tolerant to load due to degenerative change.
Shockwave Therapy is applied directly to the affected portion of the Achilles to stimulate collagen repair, improve blood flow, and reduce pain. This makes it easier to progress calf strengthening and running load, restoring push off strength and reducing the risk of ongoing flare ups.
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Regain grip without injections. Back to work or sport fast.
Shockwave Therapy focuses on this tendon attachment, promoting tissue repair and reducing pain sensitivity that often blocks effective loading. By improving tendon tolerance, Shockwave allows progressive grip and forearm strengthening to take place, which is essential for long term resolution rather than short term symptom relief.
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Lateral hip pain, often labelled as trochanteric bursitis, is usually driven by overload of the gluteal tendons rather than the bursa alone.
Shockwave Therapy targets the irritated gluteal tendon attachments on the outside of the hip, reducing pain sensitivity and stimulating tissue healing. This allows gradual reloading of the hip muscles, improving pelvic stability and reducing pain during daily activity and sport.
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Dissolve calcium deposits non-invasively.
Calcific tendinitis involves the formation of calcium deposits within the rotator cuff tendon, often causing sharp shoulder pain, reduced movement, and difficulty lifting the arm.Shockwave Therapy helps break down these calcium deposits while stimulating a healing response in the surrounding tendon tissue.
Pain reduction from Shockwave allows shoulder mobility and strength to be restored more comfortably, supporting a return to normal overhead movement and functional use of the arm.
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Hallux valgus is a condition where the big toe gradually deviates toward the smaller toes, causing a bunion on the inside of the foot. This change in alignment can lead to pain, swelling, redness, shoe irritation, and difficulty walking or running, particularly when wearing narrow or tight footwear.
Typical symptoms include pain around the big toe joint, reduced movement, rubbing from shoes, callus formation, and progressive cosmetic changes to the forefoot. Over time, the altered mechanics of the big toe can affect balance, push-off strength, and overall foot function.
Hallux valgus is more common in people who spend long periods on their feet, have a family history of bunions, wear tight or high-heeled footwear, or participate in activities that load the forefoot. It may also occur alongside flat feet or ligament laxity.
PAIN IS COMPLEX, BUT YOUR REHAB DOESN’T HAVE TO BE
Shockwave Therapy uses controlled high energy acoustic waves to deliver targeted stimulation to injured or overloaded tissue. These sound waves travel through the skin to the problem area, triggering a regenerative response that supports healing rather than simply masking pain.
Shockwave Therapy works by increasing local blood flow, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissue that has struggled to heal. It stimulates the body’s natural repair processes, encouraging new cell activity and improved tissue quality. In conditions such as calcific tendinopathy, it can help break down abnormal tissue deposits, while also reducing pain sensitivity through the release of the body’s natural pain relieving chemicals.
SHOCKWAVE TREATMENT IN SHEFFIELD
Individuals dealing with persistent or recurring pain that has not settled with rest or exercise alone
People recovering from tendon, muscle, or bone related injuries
Those struggling with long standing conditions that limit movement or daily activity
Athletes managing overload injuries during training or competition
Runners, lifters, and field sport athletes needing faster return to full performance
Active individuals looking to restore mobility, reduce pain, and return to training with confidence
WHO IS THIS SERVICE SUITABLE FOR?
Stop managing pain. Start performing again.
At FIT4FUNCTION, Shockwave Therapy is not used as a short term fix. It is used deliberately to help you break through stubborn pain and return to high level performance faster. Every Shockwave session has a clear purpose and is integrated into a wider plan designed to restore strength, capacity, and resilience. No wasted sessions. No unnecessary treatment.
If you have already tried rest, ice, braces, taping, massage, or generic exercises with only short term relief, Shockwave Therapy is often the missing piece. It is particularly effective for long standing tendon and soft tissue problems that repeatedly flare when you return to training.
This is about progress, not just temporary pain relief.
Shockwave Therapy helps reduce pain while stimulating tissue healing, allowing you to load, train, and progress with confidence again. The aim is to get you running, lifting, jumping, and training without hesitation, not wondering if the pain will return tomorrow. You will have a clear plan and realistic timelines so you know exactly what is required to get back to your best.
If you are serious about resolving persistent pain and returning to full performance, book your Shockwave appointment today. In person sessions are available with flexible scheduling to fit around training and competition.
Your next level starts here.
what to expect from your first appointment
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Every Shockwave programme at FIT4FUNCTION starts with a proper assessment, not guesswork. Before Shockwave is applied, we assess your movement, strength, loading history, and symptom behaviour to confirm whether Shockwave Therapy is the right tool for your condition.
We identify the true source of your pain, whether that is tendon overload, reduced tissue capacity, or poor load tolerance, and decide how Shockwave fits into your overall recovery and performance plan. This ensures treatment is targeted, appropriate, and effective from the start.
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Shockwave Therapy uses controlled acoustic waves to stimulate tissue healing, reduce pain, and improve blood flow in stubborn problem areas. It is particularly effective for long-standing tendon and soft tissue injuries that have failed to respond to exercise or hands-on treatment alone.
Treatment sessions are short, focused, and purposeful. Shockwave is never used in isolation. It is combined with the right strength, loading, and movement work so pain reduction translates into real, lasting improvement rather than temporary relief.
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Shockwave Therapy is only one part of the process. What matters is what you do after.
We use Shockwave to calm pain and stimulate healing, then progressively rebuild your tolerance to load through structured rehabilitation. This allows you to return to running, lifting, jumping, and sport without repeated flare-ups. You will know exactly where you are in the process and what each stage of recovery looks like.
The goal is not just to feel better, but to return stronger, more resilient, and confident in your body again.
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Your Shockwave plan is built around your goals, your sport, and your training schedule. You will be given clear timelines, guidance on activity modification, and exercises delivered through the FIT4FUNCTION app so you know exactly what to do between sessions.
No unnecessary appointments. No endless treatment. Just a clear plan designed to get you out of pain and back to full performance as efficiently as possible.
If you are ready to break the cycle of recurring pain and take control of your recovery, book your Shockwave Therapy session today.
Your next level starts here.
Let’s take your rehab to the next level
With every session and form of treatment we will ensure you are never left guessing. The program to deliver exercises will adjust around your schedule and your needs. All easily accessible via your bespoke profile on our training app.
START EVERYDAY WITH CLARITY & A PLAN
detailed rehab and S&C programming
Every exercise has a comprehensive coaching video. These videos give you a demonstration of each exercise alongside coaching cues, where you should be feeling the exercise and things to avoid whilst doing the exercise.
progress tracking tools
Stay on track with your progress and see how much progress you’re making. With features tracking weight, sets, reps, load and more, you will be able to visibly see your development over time as you progress so you’re never left guessing.
integration with apps & devices
Connect to MyFitnessPal to track your micronutrients or add to your Apple Watch, Fitbit or Garmin device to take your workouts anywhere. You’ll have access to everything all within your bespoke app profile.
Individualised nutrition
Recovery does not stop when training ends. Individualised nutrition is a key part of successful rehabilitation and long term performance. Your nutrition plan is tailored to support tissue healing, manage body composition, and fuel training so you recover faster and rebuild strength effectively. Whether the goal is reducing body fat, increasing lean muscle, or simply supporting consistent training during rehab, your nutrition is aligned with your program to maximise results.
discounts/freebies
As part of the program, members also gain access to exclusive extras. This includes heavily discounted merchandise, training and rehab equipment, and partner products that support recovery and performance. We regularly send out freebies for members to try, from mobility tools to training accessories, so you have everything you need to support your rehab and training without paying full price.
frequently asked questions
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Your physiotherapist will be able to advise you on an exercise programme to assist your rehab that will complement Shockwave Therapy whilst maintaining your usual exercise regime as far as possible.
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This is dependant on the condition but a typical course of Shockwave is between 4-8 sessions.
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Most conditions benefit from treatment between twice a week and once every 2 weeks. The specifics of this strongly depend on the condition and the duration that condition has been active. Your physiotherapist will be able to advise you further.
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The treatment can cause some discomfort but the settings used can be adjusted in order to minimise this, whilst still offering an effective treatment for your condition.
Get started, book an appointment
Booking your appointment is simple, and our team is ready to provide the attention, care, and expertise you deserve. Get started by choosing the appointment type that is right for you and finding a time slot you are available for! .