Shockwave Therapy North Vancouver
Shockwave Therapy North Vancouver
Use Sound Waves To Stimulate Healing
What is Shockwave Therapy?
How does Shockwave Therapy work?
How Does Shockwave Help You?
- Plantar fasciitis/heel pain
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee)
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylalgia)
- Rotator cuff tendinopathy/shoulder pain
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (lateral hip pain)
- Medial tibial stress syndrome (shin pain)
What to Expect?
1. Assessment
We start by identifying the true source of pain and confirming if shockwave is suitable.
2. Treatment Session
- The area is examined and marked
- Gel is applied to improve transmission
- Shockwaves are delivered in pulses
- Most sessions are brief; discomfort varies by condition and sensitivity
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
Many people complete a short course of sessions over several weeks, but the number varies depending on the diagnosis, chronicity, and your activity demands.
Benefits and Results Timeline
Typical benefits
- Reduced pain with activity
- Improved tolerance to loading/strength work
- Progress after a plateau with other approaches
Timeline
- Some people notice changes within a few sessions, while others experience gradual improvement over 6–12 weeks as tissue adapts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
Often no; we can advise based on your situation.
How long is each session?
After a 60-minute initial session, the treatment usually lasts between 5 minutes to 15 minutes.
Can I exercise after shockwave?
Usually yes with guidance, but you may need to scale intensity short-term.
Is shockwave safe?
It’s widely used and generally safe when screened properly.
Discomfort can range depending on the tissue sensitivity and the condition being treated. We can adjust settings to keep it tolerable, and most people find sessions manageable.
Mild soreness for 24–48 hours can happen after shockwave treatment.
Shockwave therapy carries a small additional fee when combined with other treatments, due to the cost of the specialized equipment and replacement heads required.
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Two Convenient Locations
In North Vancouver
Brooksbank
Ph: 604.973.0242
104-340 Brooksbank Ave
North Vancouver V7J 2C1
Monday – Friday: 7 am – 8 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 3 pm
Deep Cove
Ph: 604.929.8444
453 Dollarton Hwy N
North Vancouver V7G 1M9
Monday – Friday: 7 am – 8 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 3 pm
North Shore Sports Medicine Is Your Local Healthcare Provider
Vision
At North Shore Sports Medicine our vision is to be the cornerstone healthcare business enabling our staff, practitioners and the people of the North Shore to live happier, healthier, more active and fulfilled lives.
The NSSM Difference
- 30 years on the North Shore
- Award winning healthcare for all walks of life
- Longer appointments so you get the time you need with our practitioners
- Team-based approach to living better lives
- Personalized care to get you back to living your best life
- Direct billing to extended healthcare
- ICBC and WSBC Claims
- In home physiotherapy & telehealth available
- Online booking
Treatment
We look forward to seeing you in our clinics for our comprehensive care including
- Physiotherapy
- RMT Massage
- Chiropractic Care
- Dietitian Consultations
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture)
- Pilates and Yoga Classes
- Naturopathic Medicine
- Kinesiology (physio-led gym visits)
- GLA:D
- Concussion care