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Anyone had shock wave therapy (hip) what to wear?

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Raera · 27/06/2026 18:03

As title really, what to wear for my appointment for hip shock wave therapy?
I was thinking easy to remove leggings and a long t-shirt. Will I be able to keep my pants on?
Thanks

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candycanetime · 27/06/2026 22:16

I had it on my foot and it needs to be on bare skin. They’ll probably use a sheet to cover up other areas?

Raera · 28/06/2026 00:53

Thanks new high leg pants needed then!

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FlamingoFloss · 28/06/2026 01:00

I’m (hopefully) due to have this on my hip. Be interested to know how you get on

Raera · 28/06/2026 09:00

@FlamingoFloss I will try and remember to report back!

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Raera · 03/07/2026 16:04

Update as promised.
It was absolutely fine.
I had to sit on a couch, just with leggings pulled down a bit. The therapist was very pleasant, and said she would start off on a slow speed, it lasted 3 minutes and I didn't notice when she turned it up to full. Just feels like a massage gun really.
I drove immediately after and went to the supermarket on the way home.

She advised me not to use anti inflammatory medication and that I might experience pain or discomfort over the next couple of days.

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Raera · 03/07/2026 20:05

Bump for @FlamingoFloss

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