DOES ESWT TREATMENT HURT?
Although previous generations of ESWT machines could cause considerable pain, the radial shockwave technology Dynamic utilize’s does not generally cause any significant discomfort. Many patients describe their treatment as “strange” or “mildly uncomfortable” but few report any significant or lasting pain. This is demonstrated by the fact that freezing or local anesthetic is generally not required. Depending on your condition, your Physiotherapist may, with the assistance of your podiatrist or family doctor, request a local anesthetic prior to treatment.
