FOOT & ANKLE / CLINICAL APPLICATION
Plantar fasciitis is a common source of plantar heel pain. Shockwave therapy may be considered by healthcare professionals as part of a structured rehabilitation pathway after clinical assessment.
CONDITION OVERVIEW
Plantar fasciitis, also described in some literature as plantar fasciopathy, involves irritation or degenerative change around the plantar fascia, frequently near its attachment at the heel. Diagnosis should distinguish it from other causes of heel pain.
SHOCKWAVE THERAPY APPLICATION
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy delivers externally generated acoustic pulses to a selected treatment area. The biological response and clinical relevance depend on the device type, protocol and patient context.
For an appropriate patient, a qualified professional may integrate shockwave therapy with load management, exercise and other rehabilitation measures. Treatment localization and settings must follow the device instructions and professional judgment.
TREATMENT BENEFITS
Externally generated acoustic pulses provide a non-surgical treatment modality for selected professional applications.
Shockwave therapy may complement condition-specific exercise, loading and rehabilitation strategies.
Trained healthcare professionals can integrate the modality into a documented clinical workflow.
SHOCKIS SOLUTION
The SHOCKIS Shockwave Therapy System is developed for professional rehabilitation and healthcare workflows. Its configurable operation and applicator options support trained users evaluating shockwave therapy across appropriate clinical applications.
Explore the systemFAQ
No. Heel pain has several potential causes, so assessment by a qualified healthcare professional is important.
It is commonly evaluated within a wider rehabilitation plan rather than as a substitute for diagnosis, exercise or load management.
No. Settings and treatment planning depend on professional assessment, the specific device and its instructions for use.
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