By CT Sports Recovery | Westport, CT Focused Shockwave is pictured on the left. / Radial Wave is pictured on the right. If you've been researching treatment options for a stubborn tendon injury, chronic heel pain, or a condition that just won't seem to heal, you've probably come across the term "shockwave therapy." Maybe your orthopedic surgeon mentioned it. Maybe you found it while Googling alternatives to cortisone injections or surgery. But here's something most people...

Achilles tendinitis is a common injury that affects many athletes and active individuals. It causes pain and stiffness in the tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. This condition can limit mobility and disrupt training or daily activities.

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that affects the tissues on the bottom of the foot, typically described as pain in the heel or bottom of the foot.