Pain Relief & Injury Treatment in Brisbane
If you’re struggling with a stubborn musculoskeletal condition and other treatments haven’t worked, Shockwave Therapy at Forge West End could be your solution.
Our qualified physiotherapists use the latest radial Shockwave Therapy to treat chronic pain and help your body heal naturally – without the need for injections or surgery.
Shockwave Therapy (also called radial extracorporeal shockwave therapy) is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic pressure waves to stimulate healing in injured soft tissues. It’s highly effective for both sub-acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, especially those resistant to traditional treatment.
All of our physiotherapists are fully trained and certified in the safe and effective use of shockwave therapy, ensuring each treatment is delivered with precision and clinical expertise.
During the session, your physiotherapist first applies a gel to the skin. Then, using a hand-held device, they deliver radial pressure waves directly into the affected area. These waves stimulate blood flow, reduce inflammation, and trigger your body’s natural healing processes.
Each Shockwave Therapy lasts between 5–15 minutes per treatment area, depending on the condition, its severity, and the size or location of the area being treated. At our sports injury clinic in West End, we use advanced extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) to provide effective, non-surgical pain relief in Brisbane for a wide range of musculoskeletal issues.
Most clients notice improvement after the first session, while significant changes are typically seen after 3–5 sessions. Optimal results are generally achieved within 6–8 weeks, depending on the condition type, duration and severity, treatment area, patient’s age, and individual response to therapy.
After treatment, we recommend avoiding exercise on the treated area for about 48 hours. Our physiotherapists will provide you with a custom rehabilitation plan with targeted exercises to help maintain and enhance your recovery.
Some clients may experience mild soreness after the session – this is temporary and typically resolves quickly.
Some mild discomfort during treatment is normal, but it is usually very tolerable and short-lived. We adjust the intensity based on your comfort level. Most patients describe the experience as manageable, and many report immediate reliefpost-treatment.
