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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ECST)

This is a mechanical therapy that helps to reduce pain at the site of the tendinopathy by affecting the pain receptors and promoting tissue healing. It is delivered by a clinician in courses of 3-6 sessions (1 per week) each lasting a couple of minutes each.

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