12/11/2025
Ever wondered why shockwave gives that instant pain relief?
It works through a process called neuromodulation. When we apply shockwave to a tendon it activates sensory nerves and changes how pain signals are transmitted to the brain.
This temporary change in pain transmission is similar to the pain gating mechanism where repeated stimulation helps block pain messages at the spinal cord level.
Clinically what this means is that patients often experience short term pain relief after treatment which allows us to begin loading the tendon earlier with exercise.
This early loading helps restore strength coordination and tolerance which over time builds long term resilience and recovery.
That’s how we use shockwave therapy at Evolve Physiotherapy Centre to help you move better and recover stronger.