Shockwave Therapy Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy
Shockwave Therapy
Industry leading Swiss Dolorclast Shockwave treatment now available
Research backed, innovative & state of the art treatment providing pain relief, tissue healing & injury recovery
Clinically proven and recommended by the National Institute of health & Clinical Excellence (NICE)
what is Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy?
Proximal hamstring tendinopathy is the breakdown of collagen at the top of the hamstrings near to where the tendon attaches to the bone. It is common among long distance runners and athletes that regularly sprint with directional changes
Symptoms include pain at the very top of the hamstrings, just at the buttock crease. Pain usually occurs after activities with increased post exercise stiffness
The condition is typically the result of cumulative micro-trauma to the tendon which fails to fully heal. This results in degeneration and partial tearing of the tendon causing pain, weakness and impaired function
Shockwave Therapy For Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy
Shock waves are passed through the skin to the injured part of the hamstring using a special hand held probe.
The shock waves applied promote blood flow and stimulate stem cell activity in the tissue providing pain relief while increasing the healing response
Evidence based treatment protocols recommend a minimum of 3 treatments, each 7-10 days apart. More treatments may be indicated and this will be assessed on an individual basis.
