10/20/2026
Making the right choice for chronic pain starts with understanding the problem.
When pain has been around for months, it can be tempting to look for the quickest treatment option.
But shockwave therapy and cortisone injections are not interchangeable—and neither is automatically the right choice for every condition.
Cortisone injections may provide short-term pain relief for certain musculoskeletal conditions, but their benefits and risks depend on the area being treated and the underlying diagnosis.
Shockwave therapy may be considered for certain chronic tendon and musculoskeletal conditions, with evidence varying depending on the specific condition.
The bigger question is:
What is actually causing your pain, and what does your body need to recover?
At Dynamic Physiotherapy, we don't believe in choosing a treatment simply because it's popular. We start with a thorough 1-on-1 assessment to understand your symptoms, movement, strength, mobility, and activity demands.
From there, we can determine whether shockwave therapy, exercise-based rehabilitation, manual therapy, or another approach is appropriate for your situation.
Don't just treat chronic pain. Understand it.
Book your 1-on-1 assessment at Dynamic Physiotherapy in Okotoks.