Shockwave Therapy in Macquarie Park: What It Is and Who It Helps

Heel pain that greets you on the first steps of the morning, or tendon pain that has hung around for months? Shockwave therapy in Macquarie Park, formally known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is an evidence-based treatment used for a range of tendinopathy and soft tissue conditions, such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles pain and tennis elbow. At Tensegrity Sports Clinics Macquarie Park, Office 14, 33 Waterloo Road, minutes from Macquarie Park Metro and Macquarie Centre, our practitioners use shockwave therapy as part of a comprehensive management approach for appropriate presentations. New patients are welcome, so your first visit starts with a clinical assessment.

What is shockwave therapy?

Shockwave therapy delivers acoustic energy waves to targeted tissues through a handheld device. There are two main types:

Radial shockwave: delivers energy that disperses outward from the application point. This is the most commonly used type in clinical practice and is effective for superficial tendon and soft tissue conditions.
Focused shockwave: delivers more concentrated energy to a specific depth. Used for deeper structures where more targeted treatment is required.

Current research points to several proposed mechanisms, including promoting blood vessel growth, reducing local sensitisation, and disrupting calcific deposits in tendons.

What conditions is shockwave used for?

In short, shockwave therapy has the strongest evidence base for:

Plantar fasciitis (chronic heel pain)
Mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy
Patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee)
Lateral epicondylalgia (tennis elbow)
Calcific rotator cuff tendinopathy
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (lateral hip pain)

However, the evidence is strongest for presentations that have persisted for more than 3 months despite conservative management. So shockwave is generally not a first-line option for acute injuries.

That is because Macquarie Park’s runners, gym goers and office workers present with the classic overuse pattern: plantar fasciitis with first-step morning heel pain, Achilles tendinopathy from running loads, and tennis elbow from a mix of desk work and gym training.

What does a session involve, and what does it cost?

Before any shockwave treatment starts, your practitioner runs a clinical assessment to confirm it suits your presentation and to identify any contraindications.

So a treatment session typically involves:

Application of a coupling gel to the treatment area
Delivery of shockwave energy to the targeted tissue via the handheld device
A session duration of approximately 5 to 10 minutes for the shockwave component
Some discomfort during treatment is normal, and your practitioner can adjust the intensity

After treatment, mild soreness in the area for 24 to 48 hours is common and counts as a normal response.

Shockwave therapy pricing

Shockwave session, 15 minutes: $65
Extended session, 30 minutes: $135
Typically 3 to 5 sessions, spaced 1 to 2 weeks apart
Health fund rebates may apply. You can claim on the spot with HICAPS if your extras cover includes the consultation.

How many sessions are needed?

Research protocols typically involve 3 to 5 sessions, usually spaced 1 to 2 weeks apart. However, individual plans vary with the condition, how long it has been there, and how the tissue responds. So your practitioner will guide you on what to expect for your own presentation.

Is shockwave therapy right for you?

Of course, shockwave therapy is not suitable for everyone. For example, contraindications include pregnancy, local infection, open wounds over the treatment area, active malignancy, and certain coagulation disorders. Your practitioner screens for all of these during your assessment.

Also, every new patient starts with a clinical assessment. If shockwave is not appropriate for your condition, your practitioner will tell you and recommend an alternative plan.

Shockwave therapy in Macquarie Park at Tensegrity Sports Clinics

Our clinic at Office 14, 33 Waterloo Road offers shockwave within a complete treatment plan, including assessment, hands-on care, and structured rehabilitation and exercise programs. In other words, shockwave sits inside that plan rather than replacing it. We are part of the seven-clinic Tensegrity Sports Clinics network across Sydney. In addition, the clinic sits a few minutes from Macquarie Park Metro and Macquarie Centre.

We also run consultations in Mandarin, Cantonese and Korean as well as English, subject to practitioner availability. So let us know your preferred language when you book.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does shockwave therapy cost in Macquarie Park?

A standard 15 minute shockwave session is $65 and an extended 30 minute session is $135, typically over a course of 3 to 5 sessions. Health fund rebates may apply, and you can claim on the spot with HICAPS if your extras cover includes the consultation.

Is there shockwave therapy near Macquarie Park Metro?

Yes. In fact, our clinic at Office 14, 33 Waterloo Road sits a few minutes from Macquarie Park Metro station and Macquarie Centre.

Do you offer shockwave therapy in Mandarin, Cantonese or Korean?

Yes. We also run consultations in Mandarin, Cantonese and Korean as well as English at Macquarie Park, subject to practitioner availability. So let us know your preferred language when you book.

Do I need a referral for shockwave therapy?

No. You can book an initial assessment online. If the assessment shows shockwave is not right for your condition, your practitioner will recommend an alternative.

How soon can I be treated?

First, your visit begins with a clinical assessment. If shockwave suits your presentation, treatment can often begin in the same appointment.

Shockwave Therapy in Macquarie Park: What It Is and Who It Helps