About this Event
Join us at the Parakiore Recreation and Sports Centre on May 14, 2026 for a dive into the world of shockwave therapy as we explore how to take evidence and turn it into advanced practice.
Whether you're new or experienced, this session will give you practical tips and fresh insights.
Light refreshments and nibbles will be provided!
Agenda
🕑: 06:40 PM - 07:10 PM
Shockwave in Depth
Host: Blake Withers
Info: Deep dive: What is shockwave therapy and how does it work. Indications. Radial Pressure Wave vs Focus Shockwave. Finished with an evidence based overview.
🕑: 07:10 PM - 07:30 PM
Practical Break Out: Theory of Bone Stress
Host: Blake Withers
🕑: 07:30 PM - 07:50 PM
Practical Break Out: Running Injuries
Host: Blake Withers
🕑: 07:50 PM - 08:00 PM
Break
🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:20 PM
A Word From the Field: Case studies
Host: Anika Tiplady
Info: Local Supporting Speaker: Dr. Anika Tiplady (Sports Physician) former NZ Rugby Union player
🕑: 08:20 PM - 08:50 PM
Practical Breakout
Host: Blake Withers
Info: Blake will host an RPW general session on how he’s implemented shockwave into his, practice/what indications he treats, dosage recommendations, physically delivering a treatment and post treatment recommendations.
🕑: 08:50 PM - 09:00 PM
Panel Q&A
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Parakiore Recreation and Sports Centre (VIP Suite, Level 2), 50 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
NZD 53.44 to NZD 81.45
