How do I book a shockwave therapy session?

You can book online below through our portal with our friends from Pure Physio. Click through and choose Podiatry, Collins St and then an appointment time that suits you. We recommend choosing the 60 minute session for your session.

How much does shockwave treatment cost?

There’s a $15 surcharge on top of your podiatry session which is $150 for a 60 minute session or $115 for a 30 minute session.

Can I claim shockwave therapy on private health insurance?

If you have podiatry cover in your private health insurance you’ll get a rebate and only have to pay the gap (via Hicaps) for your podiatry session.

Does shockwave therapy hurt?

We’re not going to lie, there’s a mild initial discomfort when starting shockwave therapy but it feels (although has a completely different method of action) like a good deep tissue massage release.

How many shockwave sessions will I need?

While you’ll feel the improvements immediately it a full treatment cycle usually takes between 3 and 6 sessions spread over as many weeks.

What if shockwave therapy isn't right for my Achilles?

If shockwave isn’t likely to help you we won’t waste your valuable time. We’ll work out your diagnosis and what you can do to treat it. You’ll have your personalised treatment plan to achieve your goals.

Who should not have shockwave therapy?

Shockwave treatment for achilles tendonitis isn’t for anyone with bone tumours, haemophilia or during pregnancy. It’s also not for acute injuries like achilles tendon ruptures.

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Achilles Tendonitis

Shockwave Treatment For Achilles Tendonitis In Melbourne

By Tim Mulholland, Lead Podiatrist · 1 November 2022

sore achilles tendon needing shockwave treatment in melbourne

Is your Achilles stiff and sore in the morning?

This if for you if you’re suffering with Achilles tendonitis in Melbourne.

Do you dread putting your feet on the floor in the morning?

Have you tried stretching your Achilles and calf to no avail?

You feel ok during the day and think – maybe it’s getting better? But then next morning when you get out of bed it’s back to being stiff and sore again?

You’ve tried anti-inflammatories which help you feel a little better but you know they’re not fixing the problem and worried about their side effects.

Step 1

Book your initial podiatry session online at a convenient time that suits you

Step 2

Start your shockwave treatment cycle

Step 3

Step out of bed with a spring in your step again

Shockwave Treatment For Achilles Tendonitis

💊 Drug Free

Shockwave treatment for Achilles tendonitis is safe with minimal side effects

💉 Needle Free

Non-invasive with no sharps

👩‍🔬Proven Effective

Multiple large clinical trials have shown shockwave therapy to be a successful treatment for Achilles tendonitis

⏩Fast

Effects can be felt immediately and treatment cycles range from 3 to 6 sessions

Spring out of bed like 20 year old you again and stop limping and worrying.

Secure your session for your achilles tendonitis in Melbourne now

Book online below, choose Podiatry, Collins Street and a time that suits you.

We’ll be ready to do the rest. Your assessment, diagnosis and shockwave treatment can start right away. But if shockwave treatment isn’t appropriate for your Achilles pain, don’t worry. We won’t waste your time. We’ll tell you and give you an appropriate treatment plan to help.

References

Still not convinced?

If you’ve struggled with Achilles tendonitis in Melbourne for a long time it might seem a bit far fetched that a new treatment can help you overcome your sore and stiff mornings. Here’s one of our podiatrists with his experience with shockwave treatment for his Achilles.

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