SHOCKWAVE THERAPY FOR FOOT & ANKLE PAIN

EXPERT PODIATRIST, FOOT PAIN SPECIALIST IN MIDTOWN AND DOWNTOWN, NYC

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Shockwave Therapy for Chronic Foot or Ankle Pain

This innovative treatment stimulates healing, reduce inflammation, and improve blood flow to damaged tissue.

Shockwave therapy is a new non-invasive treatment that is one of the most effective and advanced treatment available. The new technology can generally treat acute or chronic musculoskeletal pain or pain that greatly debilitates mobility or quality of life.

Conditions We Commonly Treat With Shockwave Therapy

  • Chronic Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciosis / Fasciopathy)

  • Achilles Tendon Pain (Insertional & Midportion)

  • Tendon Insertions & Entheseopathies

  • Joint Stiffness & Arthritis (Including Big Toe Arthritis / Hallux Rigidus)

  • Morton’s Neuromas

  • Ankle Sprains

  • Shin Splints

Shockwave therapy revolves primarily around using a particular set of pressure waves that encourages the metabolism, improves blood circulation and speeds up the healing process. In turn, damaged tissue regenerates and heals. As a non-invasive office-based procedure, Shockwave Therapy represents a great advancement in treatment options for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

Shockwave therapy helps to improve the regenerative potential, rather than further damage an area that has degenerated because of poor blood flow, tissue injury, overuse or weakness. In as few as three weekly five to ten minute sessions, you should be able to return to your favorite sport or activity. And there’s no downtime!

Book a consultation with Empire Podiatry for a comprehensive evaluation. 

Call (646) 631-9532

Frequently Asked Questions

Shockwave Therapy

  • During treatment, high-energy sound waves are directed at the painful or injured area using a handheld device. These waves penetrate the tissues and stimulate healing by: 

    • Improving blood circulation

    • Triggering the body’s natural repair processes

    • Breaking up calcifications and scar tissue

    • Reducing inflammation and pain

    • Each session is quick and typically lasts 10–15 minutes.

    • Fast Appointments - Most sessions take under 20 minutes

    • No Prep or Recovery Time - You can walk out and resume your day

    • Mild Discomfort Possible - Sensation varies but is usually well-tolerated​

    • Gradual Relief - Most patients feel improvement after 3–5 sessions

  • Not all patients are suitable candidates (e.g., those with certain vascular or nerve disorders). Your podiatrist will evaluate your condition to determine if shockwave therapy is right for you.​

    Shockwave therapy is ideal for patients with:

    • Persistent foot or heel pain

    • Sports or overuse injuries

    • Conditions unresponsive to rest, orthotics, or physical therapy

    • A desire to avoid surgery or long-term medications