Chiropractic in Portugal
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy acoustic waves to stimulate healing in the affected areas of the body, especially tendons and bones. These pressure waves increase blood flow and help generate new and more mature bone and cartilage. The process triggers angiogenesis – formation of new blood vessels, improves elasticity, accelerates bone metabolism, relieving chronic pain caused by diseases and injury in tendon or bones such as plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles tendinitis, calcific tendinosis and heel spurs.
In Portugal:
Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy acoustic waves to promote tissue regeneration. commonly used for muscle injuries and calcified tendons. In Portugal, it's often used for chronic heel pain (Plantar Fasciitis).
Additional:
Portuguese healthcare system is known for its affordability compared to other EU countries. Treatment costs vary based on the condition treated, but Shockwave Therapy usually falls in the range of €200-€500 per session.
