Yes. Shock wave therapy is quite effective when it comes to the treatment of plantar fasciitis and the treatment of chronic plantar fasciitis. In addition, it can also be used to treat pain associated with other conditions such as a heel spur, Achilles tendonitis, heel pain, chronic Achilles tendinopathy, and more. Most patients begin to experience pain relief in the affected area after about three treatments, while some saw results after the first session of shockwave treatment therapy.