Shockwave Therapy

What are shock waves?
Shock waves are audible sound waves with high energy. As an atmospheric phenomenon – such as thunderstorms or a bang when an airplane breaks the sound barrier – we have all encountered them.
In medical terms, shock waves have been used since about 1980. In modern pain therapy, shock waves transfer energy from the point of generation – the shock wave device – to pain regions in the human body. There the healing effect unfolds.

How do shock waves work?
Shock waves accelerate the healing process by activating the body’s self-healing powers. They stimulate the metabolism and improve blood circulation.
Damaged tissue gradually regenerates and eventually heals.

Which clinical pictures can be treated?

– Shoulder pain (e.g. due to calcification of the shoulder)
– Tennis or golf elbow
– Patellar tip syndrome (“Springer knee”)
– Pain in the shin bone (tibial edge syndrome)
– Pain of the Achilles tendon
– Heel pain / heel spur
– Chronic neck, shoulder or back pain
– Painful muscle tension disorders caused by muscle nodules (“trigger points”)
– Arthrosis in the knee
– Frozen Shoulder

Extracorporeal shock wave therapy – performed by qualified therapists – is virtually free of risks and side effects.

Make an appointment today

If you would like to make an appointment or have any questions, we are also available to you personally or by telephone.
Our practice administration is available for you at the following times:
Monday – Friday from 8.00 – 12.00 and from 13.30 – 17.30
Fon: 061 461 2827
Mail: info@4balance.ch