- 286 Clifton Drive South, Lytham St Annes, FY8 1LH
- info@philhornerphysiotherapy.co.uk
- 07782 317 947
I have had the pleasure of working professionally with Phil now for over 6 years in his capacity as First Team physiotherapist for Blackpool FC. He has always offered the highest standards of care, attention and detail to his patients resulting in an excellent and prompt rehabilitation back to their sport. Phil understands the requirement for urgent support these patients demand and has been only too willing to afford them this. He is skilled and totally dedicated in his field, which makes a potent combination to the patient’s recovery.
Mr Tim Clough, Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Wrightington Hospital, Alexandra Hospital Manchester.
Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy, an evidence based effective treatment for chronic tendon and muscle problems affecting the shoulder, knee, hip, elbow, foot and ankle, is now available at Phil Horner Physiotherapy within the Alliance Medical Fylde Coast Diagnostic Centre.
What is Shockwave Therapy?
Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy or more simply Shockwave Therapy is an evidenced based treatment which is effective in the management of many common musculoskeletal problems that can be resistant to other forms of treatment and become chronic in nature. Achilles tendinitis, Patellar tendinitis, Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow, Plantar fasciitis, Trochanteric bursitis and Shoulder tendinitis are examples of conditions where Shockwave Therapy can be an effective treatment.
This non-invasive treatment is usually delivered once a week over the course of three to five weeks in order to facilitate the breakdown of scar tissue and promote tissue healing around the injured area. Sometimes there is an immediate response to the treatment though more commonly there is a more gradual reduction of symptoms over a longer period of time as the tissue responds to the therapy. Typically, if the course of shockwave therapy is successful, a more permanent resolution of symptoms is achieved 2 to 3 months after treatment.
Shockwave therapy can be of significant benefit in the management of many presentations of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction and should be augmented by patient education and advice along with exercise prescription in order to provide effective rehabilitation of the problem and reduce the incidence of recurrence.
There is a growing database for the efficacy of Shockwave Therapy as a non-invasive alternative to surgery in a number of conditions including the following NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) guidelines:
- Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis
- Shockwave Therapy for Trochanteric Pain
- Shockwave Therapy for Tennis Elbow
- Shockwave Therapy for Achilles Tendinopathy
- Shockwave Therapy for Shoulder Tendinitis
For more information on the conditions we treat and services we offer, or to book an appointment please call 07782 317 947, email me at info@philhornerphysiotherapy.co.uk or Book online
Muscle Energy Technique
Muscle energy technique (MET) is another form of manual (hands on) therapy that is used by the therapist to restore function in the musculoskeletal system.
Myofascial Release
Therapists often use another form of manual therapy called myofascial release to relieve muscle dysfunction and pain.
Electrotherapy
Electrotherapy is often used by a therapist as an adjunct to manual therapy in the treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction & pain.
Postural Re-Education
Most people are aware that poor posture can have a direct effect on the risk of developing musculoskeletal problems.
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