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ShockwaveTherapy

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What is it?
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment used to help reduce pain and stimulate healing in muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. It is most commonly used for long-standing conditions such as plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy, and certain types of shoulder pain. These are often conditions where the tissue has struggled to heal properly over time.

Unlike injections or surgical procedures, shockwave therapy does not break the skin. It is delivered externally through a handheld device placed on the surface of the skin, making it a safe and effective option for many persistent musculoskeletal problems.

How does it work?
Shockwave therapy works by delivering targeted acoustic (sound) waves directly to the affected area. These high-energy pulses penetrate the tissue and stimulate a biological response within the body. This response helps increase local blood flow, improve metabolic activity, and activate cells involved in tissue repair and regeneration.

The treatment can also help break down small calcifications within tendons and reduce the sensitivity of local pain receptors. Over time, this encourages the body to restart and accelerate the natural healing process in tissue that has become irritated, overloaded, or chronically inflamed.

When is it recommended?
Shockwave therapy is often recommended when symptoms have persisted for several months and have not improved with rest, exercise, activity modification, or standard physiotherapy alone. It is particularly useful for chronic tendon conditions where healing has stalled.

It can provide significant pain relief and improved function without the need for injections, steroids, or surgery. Shockwave therapy is commonly integrated into a wider rehabilitation programme, alongside targeted exercises and physiotherapy, to achieve the best long-term outcomes.

Hyaluronic Injections & Steroid/Cortisone

Hyaluronic Acid (HA) joint injections:

Hyaluronic acid injections are a minimally invasive treatment used to help reduce joint pain and stiffness, most commonly in osteoarthritis.

They involve injecting hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance found in healthy joint fluid, directly into the joint. This helps improve lubrication and shock absorption, allowing the joint to move more smoothly and with less pain.

Hyaluronic acid injections are often used when symptoms persist despite exercise, physiotherapy, or simple pain relief, and can provide symptom relief for several months without using steroids.

Why an Ultrasound-Guided Corticosteroid Injection is better:

Greater accuracy – the needle is placed exactly at the target area.

Better pain relief – medication reaches the correct tissue.

Safer – avoids nerves, blood vessels, and other sensitive structures.

Fewer complications – lower risk of misplacement or injury.

Often more effective – may reduce the need for repeat injections.

Real-time guidance – the clinician can see the needle and tissue throughout the procedure.

In short, ultrasound guidance makes the injection more precise, safer, and more effective than a “blind” injection.

Ultrasound-Guided
Corticosteroid Injection

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Joint Injections

Joint injections offer a safe and effective way to manage joint pain by delivering treatment directly to the source of discomfort. They can help reduce inflammation, improve movement, and allow you to return to everyday activities with greater comfort.

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Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

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Physiotherapy and rehabilitation are a core part of both pain management and long-term recovery, whether used after injection treatments or as a stand-alone approach for musculoskeletal conditions.

What it is:

A structured, evidence-based programme of exercise therapy, movement retraining, and manual techniques, tailored to the individual and guided by a qualified musculoskeletal clinician.

What it does:

Restores strength, flexibility, and joint mobility

Improves movement patterns and biomechanics

Reduces pain and stiffness

Enhances joint stability and load tolerance

Supports tissue healing and functional recovery

Helps prevent recurrence of injury

How it helps after injections:

Injection treatments (such as steroid, hyaluronic acid, Arthrosamid, or hydrodistension) can reduce pain and inflammation — physiotherapy then maximises and prolongs the benefit of these treatments by:

Taking advantage of reduced pain to restore movement and strength

- Preventing stiffness from returning

- Improving joint control and muscle balance

- Reinforcing correct movement patterns

- Supporting long-term symptom relief rather than short-term improvement

Physiotherapy is often the key factor in translating pain relief from injections into meaningful, lasting functional improvement.

What it’s used for after injections:

- Rehabilitation following joint injections

- Restoring range of motion after hydrodistension

- Strengthening and load management after knee, shoulder, or hip injections

- Improving function and confidence in daily activities and sport

- Reducing the likelihood of symptoms returning

What it’s used for more generally:

Physiotherapy is also highly effective as a stand-alone treatment for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including:

- Acute and chronic joint pain

- Sports and overuse injuries

- Tendon, ligament, and muscle injuries

- Back and neck pain

- Postural and movement-related pain

- Post-operative rehabilitation

- Injury prevention and performance optimisation

Key point:

Physiotherapy doesn’t just treat symptoms — it addresses the underlying cause of pain and dysfunction. When combined with injection therapies, it helps deliver better, longer-lasting outcomes by restoring movement, strength, and confidence.

Massage Therapy

What is it?
Massage therapy is a hands-on treatment used to help reduce muscle tension, relieve pain, and improve movement in muscles and soft tissues. It is commonly used for back and neck pain, sports injuries, postural strain, stress-related tension, and recovery after physical activity.

How does it work?
It involves applying controlled pressure and specific manual techniques to muscles, tendons, and connective tissues. These techniques help improve circulation, reduce muscle tightness, decrease pain sensitivity, and promote relaxation, supporting the body’s natural recovery process.

When is it recommended?
Massage therapy is often recommended when symptoms persist despite stretching or exercise, or when muscle tightness is limiting movement and function. It can be used alongside physiotherapy and rehabilitation programmes to enhance recovery and improve overall mobility without medication.

General – FAQs

Answers to Your Top Questions at GB Clinics

Do I need a referral to book an appointment?

No. You can book directly for any of our services by clicking on the button "Book your appointment now".

How do I book an appointment?

You can book through our online booking system, by clicking the button "Book your appointment now"

Do you accept health insurance?

Yes — we work with most major insurance plans, specifics might depends on your specific insurer.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Please bring any relevant medical reports, imaging results, a list of current medications, and your insurance or payment information. The clinician will review your history before your assessment.

What happens during my first visit?

Your first appointment includes a detailed discussion of your symptoms and medical history, followed by a thorough physical assessment. Where appropriate, diagnostic imaging (such as MSK ultrasound) is performed during the same visit and used in conjunction with the specific injection or procedure to ensure accuracy and optimal treatment outcomes.

Do you also offer Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation as required?

Yes, we offer specialist Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation to help accelerate recovery and further enhance the results of any of the procedures listed above. In addition, we provide a comprehensive range of physiotherapy treatments to support the assessment and management of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions.

Injections – FAQs

Steroid(Cortisone) Injections, how quickly do they work?

Some patients experience relief within 48–72 hours, while others notice gradual improvement over 1–2 weeks. In some cases, pain may briefly increase before settling.

Are cortisone injections painful?

Discomfort is usually mild and brief. Local anaesthetic is commonly used, and ultrasound guidance improves accuracy and comfort.

Diagnostic MSK Ultrasound Scan – FAQs

What does an MSK ultrasound scan show?

It provides real-time images of muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, bursae, and soft tissues, helping identify inflammation, tears, fluid, or degeneration.