Tendinopathy
Commonly used for selected Achilles, rotator-cuff and tennis-elbow type tendon complaints.
Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that delivers acoustic pressure waves to a selected area. At St Mary's Clinic it is used for selected chronic tendon, soft-tissue and musculoskeletal conditions, either on its own or as part of a wider treatment plan.

Shockwave Therapy applies externally generated acoustic waves to the treatment area. It is most commonly used for selected persistent tendon and soft-tissue complaints where the clinician believes this approach is appropriate.
Commonly used for selected Achilles, rotator-cuff and tennis-elbow type tendon complaints.
Shockwave is commonly considered for persistent plantar-fascia and heel pain after assessment.
May be used for selected knee, hip, elbow, shoulder and overuse problems depending on the diagnosis.
No injection or incision is required. The treatment head is applied over the selected area and the intensity can be adjusted according to the treatment protocol and patient comfort.
The clinician or therapist confirms the problem and whether shockwave is appropriate.
The handpiece is positioned over the treatment area and the planned number of pulses is delivered.
St Mary's currently describes courses of three to six sessions, often approximately one week apart.
Current published St Mary's Clinic pricing for this treatment. The appropriate number of sessions is determined according to the condition and clinical assessment.
Current published single-session price.
Current published three-session package.
Current published combined price.
St Mary's currently includes Shockwave Therapy for one year following its Stem Cell Therapy programme.

Dr Frank Farrugia & Dr Maryam Farshian
The current St Mary's Shockwave Therapy service lists Dr Frank Farrugia and Dr Maryam Farshian as members of the treatment team. Suitability, intensity and treatment course are selected according to the condition being treated and the patient's response.
Practical information about shockwave therapy at St Mary's Medical Clinic in Mosta.
The current St Mary's guidance is approximately 15–30 minutes per session.
The current clinic page describes approximately three to six sessions, often around one week apart. The actual course depends on the condition and response.
Downtime is generally limited. Temporary soreness can occur after treatment, and you should follow the activity advice given for the treated area.
Some people experience mild to moderate discomfort during treatment. Intensity can usually be adjusted according to comfort and the treatment protocol.
Response varies. Improvement may be gradual over several weeks rather than immediate, and not every patient responds in the same way.
Yes. St Mary's current Stem Cell programme includes Shockwave Therapy as part of its structured follow-up, and the current Shockwave price list states that it is included for one year after Stem Cell Therapy.
St Mary's Medical Clinic · 9/11 Triq il-Barrieri, Mosta MST 3250, Malta · Mon–Fri 8:00am–6:00pm · Sat 8:00am–1:00pm