Shockwave Therapy Singapore: A Guide to Chronic Pain Relief & Costs

Patients often describe the sensation as a mini-jackhammer or a deep, pulsing vibration. While it can be slightly uncomfortable, it should not be unbearable. Your therapist will start at a low intensity and gradually increase it as your body adapts. If the sensation is too intense, the settings can be adjusted instantly to ensure you remain comfortable throughout the session.

Clinical research suggests that most chronic conditions require between 3 to 6 sessions for the best results. These sessions are typically spaced about one week apart. While some patients feel immediate relief after the first session due to the “numbing” effect on pain nerves, the real biological healing takes place over several weeks.

One of the biggest advantages of shockwave therapy is the lack of downtime. You can walk out of the clinic and return to your daily activities immediately. However, we do recommend avoiding high-impact exercise or heavy lifting for 24 to 48 hours. This gives the treated tissue time to begin the inflammatory response that triggers healing.

While safe for most, you should avoid this treatment if you:

• Are currently pregnant.
• Have a cardiac pacemaker.
• Are taking blood-thinning medications (anticoagulants).
• Have a local infection or tumour at the treatment site.

For many, yes. It is frequently used for patients who have not responded to conservative care but want to avoid the risks and downtime of surgery. It is a highly effective middle ground option.

While there is no downtime, we suggest waiting 48 hours before returning to intense sports. The treatment intentionally creates a small amount of “good” inflammation, and overstressing the area too soon can hinder the healing process.