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Radial Shockwave Therapy, Part 1 - How It Works and What to Expect
Persistent tendon or heel pain can be frustrating. You may have rested, stretched, changed your footwear or tried exercises, only for the pain to return as soon as you increase your activity again.
At PhysioHub, we use radial shockwave therapy as part of a structured rehabilitation programme for selected, persistent musculoskeletal conditions. Treatment is delivered using our STORZ MEDICAL MASTERPULS® R-SW100. This is a high-quality radial shockwave system designed specifically for the treatment of musculoskeletal pain and tendon problems.
Tendon Masterclass Part 1: Healthy Tendons, Tendinopathy and How We Rebuild Them
Achilles pain, tennis elbow, jumper's knee, hip and rotator cuff problems all have one thing in common: tendons. In Part 1 of this series, PhysioHub's tendon specialist Tom O'Sullivan explains what tendinopathy actually is, how it differs from a tendon tear, and why load — not rest — is the key to recovery.
Management of Achilles Tendinopathy - Stockport Physio Ben takes a look.
Evidence based management advice for achilles Tendinopathy amongst runners. Our stockport physiotherapist gives an overview of this common running injury and how best to manage it. Ben Farrelly is a runner and physio based in heaton moor. He runs and coaches at Salford mets and is still reasonably competitive at 43. (16:40 5k time). He has a special interest in achilles tendon injuries and all other running related injury