Radial shock wave therapy is an effective, safe, and non-invasive walk-in treatment method for plantar fasciopathy, allowing to: 

• Reduce inflammation
• Relieve the pain
• Regenerate muscles, tissues, and tendons
• Prevent cartilage degradation

You will likely have 3-5 therapy sessions in order to ensure good results and pain relief.  

Your practitioner will explain to you all the steps involved. During a radial shock wave therapy session, you will hear the machine work, and you may feel discomfort from the shock wave energy delivered into your body. The latter means that the area injured or inflamed is reacting to the treatment. While the goal of the treatment is to deliver as much energy as possible, your practitioner can adjust the intensity settings according to your tolerance. 

By resorting to radial shock wave therapy, you can avoid:

1. Pain medication: While it may provide temporary relief, regular use can cause stomach issues and it doesn't address the underlying cause of your pain, it just masks the symptoms.
2. Steroid injections: They may be effective in reducing pain, but they fail to address the root cause of the pain, only addressing the symptom, and also can cause damage to the tissues.
3. Surgery: It is a highly invasive procedure that requires a prolonged recovery period and a significant amount of rest.

Radial shock wave therapy is a non-invasive, conservative treatment method that helps the body to start the natural healing process and addresses the root cause of your pain.
It is a a safe, quick and effective treatment option for plantar fasciopathy that helps you achieve long-lasting results without the need for invasive procedures, downtime, complications and adverse events.

While radial shock waves treatment can be an effective approach for managing plantar fasciopathy, it's important to note that it may not work for everyone. If you're not experiencing a significant improvement in your condition, there are several possible explanations to consider.

• Firstly, it's possible that you haven't undergone enough treatment sessions to see the desired results. We suggest at least 3 consequtive treatment sessions. 
• Additionally, the device used during the procedure either may not be able to deliver adequate energy or if it does, may not be utilized correctly. These factors can also compromise the treatment's efficacy.

It's also possible that your pain may originate from another part of your body, highlighting the importance of your practitioner to evaluate trigger points to identify any underlying issues. Therefore, it's essential to work closely with your healthcare provider to determine the best approach for your specific situation.