Looking for Shockwave Therapy in South Manchester?
Are you...?
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Struggling with a persistent tendon or soft tissue injury.
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Unable to go about your normal activities or work due to the pain.
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Frustrated that your injury is stopping you from doing the things you love.
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Losing sleep due to the pain and feeling tired in the day
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Fed up that the pain is making simple tasks like getting dressed or lifting grocery bags difficult
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You have had an injection but are disappointed that you are still struggling with pain.
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Worried it isn't going to get better and may need a steroid injection.
At Fern Clinic, our highly experienced team is dedicated to helping people just like you, get out of pain and back to doing the things you love.


Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
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Safe & non-invasive alternative to surgery
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No to mild side effects
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Fast - takes 10 to 15mins for one area
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Fast results - patients can usually return to their normal activities immediately after the treatment
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Significant clinical benefit often seen 6-8 weeks after treatment
FAQ
Does it hurt?
Shockwave therapy can cause some discomfort to begin with but this reduces as the treatment progresses.
How many sessions will I need?
We recommend between 3 to 6 sessions depending on your injury.
Who can't have Shockwave Therapy?
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If you are pregnant
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If you have a blood clotting disorder (including thrombosis)
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If you are taking oral anti-coagulants
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If you have received a Steroid injection within 6 weeks (you must wait 6 weeks after)
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If you have a Pacemaker fitted
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If tumours are present at the treatment site
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If you have an infection or skin abrasion at the treatment site
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Pre-ruptured tendon or metal plates/pins at the treatment site
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Under 18's (except in the treatment of Osgood-Schlatter disease)