Advanced Focused Shockwave Therapy
Persistent pain doesn't always need surgery or injections.
Our new Focused Shockwave Therapy system helps stimulate your body's own healing response for many long-standing tendon, muscle and joint conditions—so you can get back to doing what you enjoy.
What is Focused Shockwave Therapy?
Most people imagine an electrical treatment. It isn't.
Focused Shockwave Therapy uses precisely targeted acoustic (sound) waves that travel through the skin to the injured tissue.
These sound waves stimulate a natural healing response by increasing blood flow, encouraging new tissue repair and reducing pain sensitivity.
Think of it as giving your body the stimulus it needs to restart healing when an injury has stalled.
Why Focused Shockwave?
This is where the PiezoWave2 stands apart. Radial shockwave is limited in depth, and the experience can be painful.
Unlike many traditional radial shockwave systems that spread energy over a larger area, the PiezoWave2 allows us to focus treatment exactly where it's needed.
Focused means:
✔ More precise treatment
✔ Less irritation of surrounding tissues
✔ Greater comfort during treatment
✔ Treatment of both superficial and deeper structures
✔ Tailored treatment depth for different injuries
Its piezoelectric technology creates highly focused acoustic waves with exceptional precision and allows clinicians to vary the focal zone depending on the tissue being treated
Conditions commonly treated
✅ Foot & Ankle: Plantar fasciitis, Achilles mid and insertional tendinopathy, heel spurs, bone bruise
✅ Knee: Patella tendinopathy, Jumper's knee, Runner's knee, ITB Friction Syndrome, Osteoarthritis
✅ Hip: Gluteal tendinopathy, Greater trochanteric pain syndrome, Hamstring tendinopathy, Pelvic girdle pain
✅ Pelvis: Erectile dysfunction, Peyronie`s Disease,
✅ Shoulder: Calcific tendinopathy, Rotator cuff tendinopathy, Shoulder pain
✅ Elbow: Tennis elbow, Golfer's elbow
✅ Other: Chronic tendon pain, Muscle trigger points, Delayed bone healing (selected cases)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does treatment feel like?
Most people describe the treatment as a series of rapid tapping sensations.
Some areas can feel sensitive—particularly where the tissue is already irritated—but treatment is adjusted to a comfortable level and generally lasts only 5–10 minutes.
Most people return immediately to normal daily activities.
How many treatments will I need?
Although everyone is different, many research protocols involve 3–6 treatments, usually spaced about one week apart.
Your physiotherapist will discuss what is most appropriate after your assessment.
Is Focused Shockwave Therapy right for me?
Focused Shockwave Therapy is generally considered when:
- Pain has persisted for several months
- Other treatments haven't provided lasting relief
- You'd like to avoid injections or surgery if possible
- You want to remain active while recovering
A physiotherapy assessment will determine whether it's the right option for your condition.
Is Focused Shockwave Therapy covered by health insurance?
Yes, if you have ancillary private health insurance. You will always receive a comprehensive physiotherapy assessment, and if appropriate, Focused Shockwave Therapy will be part of your treatment plan.
Why choose Esperance Physiotherapy?
Technology is only part of the solution.
Our physiotherapists combine advanced Focused Shockwave Therapy with a thorough assessment, hands-on treatment, progressive rehabilitation and strength programs to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Every treatment plan is individual.
Because no two injuries are the same.
Ready to move with less pain?
If you've been living with persistent tendon or muscle pain, Focused Shockwave Therapy may help restart the healing process.
Book an assessment with one of our experienced physiotherapists today and find out if Focused Shockwave Therapy is right for you.