Shockwave Therapy vs Cortisone for Tendon Pain
These are different tools with different goals. Cortisone is often used to reduce inflammation and calm symptoms. Shockwave therapy is often considered when the goal is to support recovery in stubborn tendon or soft-tissue problems that have stopped progressing well on their own.
Why People Compare Them
People usually compare these options when pain has lasted longer than expected and they want something more than rest, stretching, or basic rehab, but may not want to move toward more invasive care too quickly.
Where Shockwave Therapy Fits
Shockwave therapy is often considered in chronic tendon problems such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, elbow tendon pain, shoulder pain, and patellar tendon pain, especially when simpler care has not been enough.
In the right setting, treatment may help stimulate circulation, support tissue repair, reduce pain sensitivity, and help restart healing in tissue that has become slow to recover.
The Practical Question
The real question is not which option is universally better. It is which approach makes sense for the problem in front of you, the stage of healing, and the overall treatment goal.
Where to Learn More
You can review the services page and conditions page for a broader overview of how shockwave therapy is used.
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