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With a paid intake, we don't charge extra costs for ultrasound, when ultrasound is clinically indicated and technically feasible. So the intake itself is paid for. We discuss the consultation fee before you confirm your appointment. Any treatments are excluded from this offer and are discussed separately.

In long-term symptoms of tendons in the shoulder without calcification, one study showed more favourable pain and function results with focused shockwave plus EMTT than with focused shockwave plus placebo EMTT. That doesn't mean that the combination works better with every symptom. We're assessing whether the potential added value fits your situation.

No. That choice is part of the assessment of your symptom. The techniques differ in the way they transfer energy. Your clinician explains why a technique fits or doesn't. Using both is not automatically better.

No. We also assess symptoms of discopathy, meniscus problems and ligaments, in addition to muscle and tendon symptoms. For these wider applications, the basis differs and additional research is needed. Outside our clinics, focused shockwave also has a role in specialized bone care. The diagnosis determines which treatment fits. Look at the applications and what they mean to you.

Shockwave may reduce pain and improve functioning when appropriately diagnosed. This has also been investigated outside symptoms of the tendons, for example at painful muscle points. A general success rate does not reflect the differences between conditions. We make it concrete: what effect do we expect in your symptom and when do we assess your progress?

You can experience the pulses as sensitive or painful. Temporary after pain, redness, swelling or bruising may occur. Your clinician discusses the risk derivatives, follows your response and adjusts the treatment if necessary.

That's not the same for everyone before. We're discussing a proposal with an evaluation moment. If there is insufficient progress, we will re-examine whether the approach is appropriate.

No. The outcome varies per symptom and per person. Research results are uncertain or contradictory for some applications. That's why we discuss expectations, alternatives and when we stop or adjust.

No. Your medical history, medication, treatment site and type of device are important. Pregnancy, clotting problems and certain conditions in the treatment area may, for example, be a reason not to treat or consult first. The intake is necessary for a personal consideration.

The intake is paid; ultrasound is included at no extra cost when clinically indicated and technically feasible. The intake rate and the rates for any treatment shall be published before the opening. Compensation depends on the health care provider, the treatment and your policy. No compensation is guaranteed.

We are preparing Shockwave Clinics in Uden, Veghel, Nuenen, Gemert and Asten. For Asten, the visitor's address and the opening date will follow. Availability and appointment options shall be announced prior to the start of each establishment.