How much does shockwave therapy cost in the UK?

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How much does shockwave therapy cost in the UK?

General information only. Not medical, insurance or legal advice. Coverage rules and prices change, so confirm with your insurer or public health service (such as the NHS, HSE or Medicare) before booking, and ask your doctor whether a procedure is right for you.

Last checked: October 2026 · Protocol Archive Editorial · General information, not medical, insurance or legal advice

Published prices

Published UK prices for shockwave therapy range from about £50 to £140 per session, and some clinics offer a lower price for a course or when it is added to a physiotherapy session.

Providers that publish prices include Hampshire Wellbeing Centre, Achilles Heel Clinic, Surrey Physio, KIMS Hospital (Kent) and Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth (London).

Prices change and depend on what is included, so ask the provider for a full written quote before you book.

These are prices from the providers’ own pages. Always ask for a written quote.

What to check before you pay

  • How many sessions are usually needed for my condition?
  • Is an assessment included?
  • Who gives the treatment, and are they registered (for example with the HCPC)?
  • What exercises go alongside it?
  • What happens if it doesn’t help?

Frequently asked questions

Is shockwave therapy worth paying for?

NICE says the evidence on how well it works is inconsistent or limited for most conditions. Some people find it helpful when exercise and other treatments haven’t worked. Ask the clinician what results to expect.

What usually comes first

For plantar fasciitis, the NHS suggests rest, supportive shoes, stretching exercises and pain relief first, with a physiotherapist if needed. Shockwave therapy is usually considered only when these have not helped.

A physiotherapist can tailor an exercise plan to you.

Sources

  1. Hampshire Wellbeing Centre: Shockwave therapy
  2. Achilles Heel Clinic: Shockwave therapy
  3. Surrey Physio: Shockwave therapy
  4. KIMS Hospital: Shockwave therapy
  5. Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth: Shockwave therapy
  6. NICE HTG200 (formerly IPG311): Extracorporeal shockwave therapy for refractory plantar fasciitis
  7. NHS: Plantar fasciitis

Last checked October 2026. Found something out of date? Email hello@protocolarchive.com.

This page explains how coverage usually works, using public NHS, insurer, ombudsman and government sources listed above. It is general information, not medical, insurance, financial or legal advice, and it does not recommend any treatment, policy or provider. Rules differ by area and by policy and can change, so confirm with your GP, your insurer or the hospital before you decide. Protocol Archive is independent and is not affiliated with the NHS, the HSE or any insurer.