This one day course is open to Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Podiatrists, Sports Therapists & G.P’s and aims to review the effectiveness and risk factors of Shockwave Therapy as an evidence-based application for ongoing and chronic tendinopathies.

Shockwave therapy is an acoustic wave that passes through the body and initiates a pro- inflammatory response in the treated tissues with minimal side effects. It is emerging as a safe treatment option for soft tissue injuries with an improvement rate of 60 – 80 % in chronic conditions that have been difficult to manage.

This course is for Health Care Practitioners who are looking into the Shockwave Technology or for Practices that have just bought a Storz Medical Shockwave Device.

Main areas of chronic tendinopathies to be covered include (but not limited to) : Plantar Heel Pain, Achilles, Great Trochanteric Pain Syndrome, Tennis Elbow, Shoulder Calcific, along with the latest evidence on shockwave mechanisms and effectiveness. The day is split between Theory and practical elements to ensure practival experience is gained with the device and to explore this revolutionary treatment that has helped clinics develop effective programs for their patients. No Prior experience in shockwave therapy is necessary for this course.

LearnIng Outcomes:

• History of Shockwave therapy (Mechanisms, Indications and Contra-indications)

• Practical application and demonstration of shockwave therapy equipment

• How to manage and treat the main areas of chronic tendinopathy (key conditions).

• How current evidence is used to determine clinic protocols and how to apply to your treatment sessions.

LIGHT LUNCH & REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED. CERTIFICATE (6* CPD POINTS) PROVIDED VIA EMAIL AFTER THE EVENT. *CPD points applied with FSEM.

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Agenda

9.15am - 9.30am (Registration)- Presentation Handbook given.

9.30am-12.30pm Shockwave Therapy (Theory & Current Evidence) - Working principles and biological effects - Shockwave Demonstration and Practicals - Dosage, Indications and Contra-indications

12.30-1.15pm (Break) - Sandwich and Snack lunch provided, please feel free to bring your own lunch if you have any allergies or special dietary requirements.

1.15pm-4.15pm [Lecture] Application in Chronic Tendinopathy - Practicals (Tendinopathy) - Case Studies

4.15pm-4.30pm - Q&A

DISCLAIMER

We make every effort to ensure the information in our videos, webinars, online course and accompanying downloadable resources is accurate and correct at the date of publication. However, this should not replace your good clinical judgement and evolving evidence base and clinical trials or be regarded as a substitute for taking professional advice in appropriate circumstances from your professional organisation and insurance providers.

In particular, check with local policy on indications, contra-indications, safety procedures and after-care with your patients undergoing shockwave treatment. Save insofar as any such liability cannot be excluded at law, we (Tutors & Venn Healthcare) do not accept any liability for loss of any type caused by reliance on the information given herein.