Shockwave Therapy at
Body Zest- Banstead
Does this describe you?
Worried your injury isn’t healing.
Struggling with a reoccurring joint problem.
Not had luck with other therapies.
Have had you have or been told you need an injection.
Wanting a fast and effective treatment option.
If so, Shockwave therapy is a great option for you!
At Body Zest, we combine Shockwave therapy with the highest
standard of hands-on treatment and exercise prescription.
This is the model used for elite athletic rehabilitation and is the gold standard for optimising your recovery.
Where can Shockwave therapy help?
1. Calf Pain (Achilles Tendon): A common issue where the tendon at the back of your ankle gets inflamed or torn, causing pain and discomfort.
2. Elbow pain (Tennis/Golfers Elbow): Conditions marked by pain and swelling in the tendons of your elbow due to repetitive use, such as gripping or lifting.
3. Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciitis): Inflammation in the thick band of tissue supporting your foot's arch, leading to heel pain, especially when you get out of bed or after extended activity.
4. Leg/Buttock Pain (Hamstring/Gluteal Tendinopathy): Conditions causing pain and dysfunction in the tendons of your thigh or buttock muscles, often from overuse or improper movement.
5. Shoulder Pain (Rotator Cuff): A group of muscles and tendons in your shoulder that may get injured, causing pain and limiting your ability to move your shoulder.
6. Joint Pain/Swelling (Bursitis): Inflammation of small sacs that cushion your joints, resulting in pain and swelling in areas like your shoulder, hip, or knee.
7. Knee/Outer Leg Pain (Runner's Knee): Various conditions causing knee pain in runners due to factors like overuse, improper movements, or muscle imbalances.
8. General Muscle Aching (Myofascial Pain): Discomfort or pain originating from specific points in your muscles or connective tissue, often managed through massage, stretching, or other approaches.
Check out our Shockwave therapy explainer video! It goes through the various types of settings, applicators and a few clinical presentations.
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How does Shockwave Therapy work?
Introduction to Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive and innovative treatment that aims to stimulate the body's natural healing processes. It utilizes acoustic waves, or shockwaves, to target specific areas of discomfort or injury. Unlike traditional treatments, shockwave therapy promotes healing from within, offering a gentle yet effective approach to pain relief.
Mechanism of Action
These acoustic waves generated during shockwave therapy create microtrauma in the affected tissue. This controlled microtrauma triggers a cascade of healing responses in the body. It enhances blood circulation, increases cell regeneration, and stimulates the production of collagen – the building block of tissues. Essentially, shockwave therapy jumpstarts the body's innate healing mechanisms, accelerating the recovery process.
Expected Timelines and What to Expect from Shockwave Therapy
Patients often experience the positive effects of shockwave therapy over a series of sessions. While individual responses vary, many people notice improvements after just a few treatments. The typical treatment plan involves sessions spaced over a few weeks, allowing the body to respond and heal gradually.
Expected Timelines:
1. Initial Relief: Some patients report immediate pain reduction even after the first session.
2. Progressive Improvement: Over the course of 3 to 6 sessions, you can expect a noticeable reduction in pain and improved functionality.
3. Long-Term Benefits: The full effects of shockwave therapy may continue to develop even after the completion of the treatment sessions, as the body continues its natural healing process.
What to Expect:
1. Mild-Moderate Discomfort: During the session, you may experience discomfort, but it is generally well-tolerated, short-lived and gets easier.
2. No Downtime: Shockwave therapy is non-invasive, allowing you to resume your daily activities immediately after each session.
3. Gradual Healing: As the treatment stimulates the body's natural healing processes, expect the improvements to occur gradually.
4. Hands on treatment and exercises to help improve the condition as a whole.
5. Communication with Your Therapist: Your therapist will guide you through the process, addressing any concerns and adjusting the treatment plan as needed.
Why choose us?
Shockwave done properly
At Body Zest, we combine Shockwave therapy for the local issue, with corrective exercises and treatment to address the root cause itself.
We won’t just send you away with exercises. Body Zest therapists will always have a diverse range of treatment options.
All our Shockwave therapists are registered and fully insured.
Your convenience is our priority
Tired of NHS waiting lists? We offer SAME DAY appointments!
Perfectly located on the high street with lots of local parking! We’re just a two minute walk from Waitrose, which has free parking for an hour and a half.
Easy to use online booking system, with the option to book over the phone if you prefer.
Helpful reminder emails and texts to keep you on track.
Hi, I’m Luke.
The Practice Owner!
Wealth of knowledge and experience
Our expert team are all fully qualified in their specialist area.
We believe in continued development and are always working to improve our services for optimal patient outcomes.
We’re proud of the relaxed and welcoming environment that Body Zest offers.
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Finding us
We’re proud of our reputation in Banstead for the following professional services: Osteopathy, Podiatry, Sports Massage Therapy and Acupuncture.
Here are some of the other local areas we serve:
Sutton, South London, Nork, Tadworth, Epsom, Chipstead, Caterham, Purley, Croydon, Kingswood, Reigate and Redhill.
Our clinic is situated on Banstead High Street, SM7 2NZ.
You’ll receive an email on the day of your appointment with our address and local parking options.
Prices
Initial Consultation and Shockwave treatment - £95
Shockwave follow up (includes hands-on treatment and exercises)- £95
Appointments
Monday-Friday 09:00-19:00