1217 Second St West, Cornwall, Ontario, K6J 1J2

Our Services
Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave Therapy has been around for many years, however previously the cost of the equipment was very expensive necessitating extremely high fees per treatment. These fees could range from several hundred dollars to over $1000 per treatment. With today’s technology advancement newer equipment can be purchased at a reasonable price which allows us to significantly reduce the cost of this treatment making it a more affordable option to the majority of our patients.

I have attended teaching sessions on Shockwave Therapy at the University of Toronto with lectures by Dr. Rob Gordon Orthopaedic Surgeon (Uof T) Past President World Shockwave Society ISMST ,Dr Lawrence Michell (ART Instructor) and Chris Broadhurst former Maple Leafs trainer.

I am so happy that many patients have already benefited from this new option available at Cornwall Regional Physiotherapy.

Diane Fry, PT,BSc.PT, MCPA

There are mild, if any side effects with this non-surgical treatment and it is available at a reasonable cost. Shockwave treatments are non-invasive and promote accelerated recovery of injured soft tissue, bone, heel and joint pain.

Shockwave is an intense, but very short energy wave traveling faster than the speed of sound. The basic technology involved with extracorporeal shockwave technology has been used for decades on millions of people. Therapy sessions are short and can provide relief of chronic pain and restore mobility. Relief typically begins about 72 hours following treatment. Typically 3-6 treatment sessions are required.

World class institutions are using the same technology as Cornwall Regional Physiotherapy :

  • Cleveland Clinic
  • John Hopkins University
  • Duke University
  • University of Toronto
  • Queens University ( my Alma Mater )
  • Plantar Fasciitis/heel pain/heel spur
  • Achilles Tendinopathy/Achilodynia
  • Scar Tissue Treatment
  • Radial epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
  • Patellar tendonitis ( Jumpers Knee)
  • Calcific tendonitis/supraspinatus tendon/RotatorCuff
  • Tibial edge syndrome (Shin splint)
  • Trochanteric tendonitis

Non surgical treatment • are mild if any side effects • Accelerates healing • Affordable

  • 91% improved for Calcific Tendinitis (Journal-Jama)
  • 77% improvement for Tennis Elbow
  • 84% success rate Plantar Fasciitis (American Journal of Sports Medicine)
  • 80% or greater for Hamstrings
  • 8 times more effective for Hamstring Tendinopathy than regular Physiotherapy and Chiropractic treatment – The American Journal of Sports Medicine, 2010
  • Radial extracorporeal Shockwave therapy significantly Improves pain, function, and quality of life – The American Journal of Sports Medicine, 2008
  • Shockwave therapy can effectively decrease plantar fascia thickness as demonstrated objectively by ultrasound evaluation and significantly reduces patient-reported pain – Foot & Ankle International, 2012

PAIN REDUCTION
INCREASED METABOLISM
REVASCULARISATION
REDUCED MUSCLE TONE

Swelling, redness, hematomas, petechiae pain,
skin lesions after previous cortisone therapy.

Side effects generally subside after 5-10 days.

  • Coagulation disorders
  • Use of anticoagulants (esp. Marcumar)
  • Thrombosis
  • Pregnancy
  • Polyneuropathy (in the case of DM)
  • Acute inflammations
  • Children in growth
  • Cortisone therapy up to six weeks before first treatment in the target area
  • Pacemakers
  • Over metal implants.

Shockwave therapy typically requires three to six treatments, 5-10 days apart for optimal results. Additional improvement can be noted within 2 weeks and up to 3 months after treatment.

The treatments are provided by a Registered Physiotherapist and are covered under ‘physiotherapy’ with most extended health plans. After a standard Physiotherapy consultation, all treatment options will be discussed with you. 

Call your extended health insurance provider for more info.

PLEASE DO NOT TAKE Anti-inflammatory OR ADMINISTER TOPICAL Anti-inflammatory (PENSAID ETC.) before treatment

PRIOR TO TREATMENT WAIT 6 WEEKS POST CORTISONE INJECTION PRIOR TO SHOCKWAVE TREATMENT.

For more info call the clinic at 613-935-7018

Laser Therapy

Cornwall Regional Physiotherapy has used modern high quality low level laser therapy (LLLT) for many years and may use it in conjunction with your Physiotherapy treatment plan where conditions warrant it.

Low level laser therapy (LLLT) is Safe to treat various musculoskeletal conditions using a non-invasive light source.

Laser penetrates the skin without a heating effect. Laser directs biostimulative light energy to the body at a cellular level there the light energy is converted to chemical energy which promotes healing and helps decreases pain.

Research has shown that lasers can be used to stimulate healing and can help damage tissue recover faster or finish recovering when your tissues are not healing all while promoting new tissue generation at the same time.

Many Physiotherapists in Ontario treat Laser as a specialized treatment and can charge hundreds of dollars as a stand-alone therapy when used along with their other treatments.

At Cornwall Regional at the time of your initial assessment or at anytime during the course of your treatment if Diane feels Laser Therapy will benefit you during your treatment plan it will be used at NO EXTRA COST to you.

Although you’ll feel the laser device touching your skin, the procedure is painless and non-invasive. There will be no sound and you’ll feel no vibration or heat. Each treatment typically takes only a few minutes.

Senior Services 65+

Seniors 65+ is a program that offers specialized treatment and care for individuals over the age of 65. 

Our experienced therapists are trained to provide a range of services that can help seniors to maintain their health and independence.

We offer special rates to those over the age of 65. See our Fees & About Us page for more info.

Private Treatments

Private Treatments are individualized sessions with a therapist that are designed to address specific concerns and conditions. These treatments are tailored to the individual’s needs and may include a combination of therapies to provide the best possible care and results.