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Shockwave treatment for PF

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susan01316
susan01316

I have now been advised by my surgeon to have shockwave treatment for my PF has anyone else had it if so did it work ?

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  • Soxy
    Soxy susan01316

    Posted

    Hello Susan

     I have had SWT on two separate occasions.  In my case it does calm things down somewhat and my second series lasted for a few months, but unfortunately it has now started up again.  You have nothing to lose by having it done, but for me it hasn't been a cure.  Best of luck.

     

  • chris2704
    chris2704 susan01316

    Posted

    Hi Susan not heard of that; my GP told me to elevate; roll my foot on a can of soup/baked beans etc; rub gel into the foot and take painkillers all of which I'm doing but it's getting worse.  It seems to have taken over my life and the pain is dreadful; was meant to be going on holiday at Christmas but couldn't because of this - it's taken over my life!!   Good luck
  • eleanor_58316
    eleanor_58316 susan01316

    Posted

    I have had SWT 3 times. It was excruciatingly painful and hasn't worked. I'm desperate to find something that works. 
    • chris2704
      chris2704 eleanor_58316

      Posted

      Oh dear so that I can rule out; think all we sufferers are desparate and I wish GP's took it seriously am sure they would if they had it!
  • chris2704
    chris2704 susan01316

    Posted

    Hi Susan not heard of this hope it works for you please let me know if it does - good luck!
    • chris2704
      chris2704

      Posted

      Just seen a reply from Eleanor who's had shock wave therapy 3 times, she says it's excruciatingly painful and hasn't worked!
  • vj1958
    vj1958 susan01316

    Posted

    there are mixed results on shockwave...I had PRP treatments and nerve abaltion twice and I am 98% pain free - had PF for two years
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