Range.Shockwave Therapy

Range.
Shockwave Therapy

Radial shockwave therapy is used for the treatment of a number of chronic soft tissue injuries including tennis/golfers elbow, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy & rotator cuff tendinopathy, or to assist with pain management.

This form of treatment was developed from other medical indications (treating kidney stones) and is widely used in Europe & North America for treatment of the above soft tissue conditions. There are numerous published scientific studies, which you are free to examine, the majority of which demonstrate significant outcomes. Most importantly, it has shown to be a safe treatment option.

Radial shockwaves are high-energy soundwaves transmitted from a probe held against the skin. The shockwaves pass through the skin and spread outwards into the underlying tissues. This is believed to increase blood flow and metabolic activity around the site of pain accelerating the healing process. At the very least it effectively reduces pain from this area. 

About The Treatment

After a simple examination of the affected area, shockwaves are applied via a handpiece held against the skin. The initial phase of treatment may cause some pain however this indicates correct targeting of the problem area. This is usually followed by numbness or heaviness in the area and the latter phase of the treatment feels less or no pain. 

The treatment sessions are of 10 minutes duration during which you will receive 2000-2500 pulses. Many patients get pain relief immediately after the first treatment. Depending on the condition and your response you may require between 1 and 5 treatments, although 3 is usually sufficient. 

After The Treatment

You may feel some soreness, which may intensify on the night of treatment. Simple analgesia and icing may be required to control this pain. There may also be some minor bruising in the treatment area. You should rest from aggravating activities for 2-3 days after treatment.

Contraindications

Please inform your therapist if you have one of the following conditions as this form of treatment may not be appropriate for you: pregnancy, bleeding/blood coagulation disorders and associated medications, skin wound or acute inflammation in the treatment area, tumour in the treatment area, cortisone injection in the previous 6 weeks.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral from my doctor to attend your practice?

No, generally you do not need a referral from your doctor to see a physiotherapist.

However, you do require a referral if:

  1. You are claiming a Medicare rebate under an Enhanced Primary Care Plan (EPC). Your EPC will state how many treatment sessions be allocated to physiotherapy. A maximum of 5 sessions can be approved per calendar year, across ALL allied health practitioners (not just physio).
  2. You are claiming your consultations under Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA).

Do you accept Private Health Insurance (PHI)?

Yes, we offer on the spot claiming through our Tyro terminal. If you forget your PHI card, we can email or print your receipt so you can claim with your PHI. All the details you need for claiming are listed on your receipt.

How long are the consultations?

Initial Physiotherapy consultations are 35-45 minutes. Suited to new clients, clients returning with a new injury, or returning clients with a gap in treatment greater than 3 months.

Standard Physiotherapy consultations are 20-30 minutes. Ideal for the treatment of one injury.

Extended Physiotherapy consultations are 35-45 minutes. Ideal for the treatment of two injuries.

Please note that all consultations are inclusive of time required for your physiotherapist to write an exercise program, report, certification, referral and letters.

You can book online here.

Do you offer Bulk Bill Medicare appointments (no out-of-pocket fee)?

You may be eligible for up to five allied health services each calendar year if you obtain a valid EPC referral from your GP. One service type (for example, five physiotherapy services) or a combination of several service types can make up the five allied health services (e.g. one dietetic and four podiatry services). The legal maximum per patient is five services per calendar year, and exceptions are not permitted.

We are a mixed billing practice. Clients will be required to pay the full fee of their consultation, this will subsequently be offset by the Medicare rebate of $61.80 through the Tyro terminal.

If you suffer from financial stress, please do not hesitate to contact us to see if we can help.

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