About Vital Wave
Vital Wave is a leading shockwave therapy clinic that specializes in providing highly effective treatment for tendon-related pain and erectile dysfunction.
Our focused shockwave therapy is many times more powerful than conventional radial shockwave, enabling us to provide our patients with the best possible care and outcomes. Our team of experienced and highly skilled professionals are dedicated to helping our patients achieve optimal health and wellness.
Robert Shanks
Founder, Specialist Men's
Health & Msk Shockwave Therapist & UK (EMS)
Shockwave Therapy Traine
At Vital Wave, our clinic is led by Robert Shanks, a registered UK Osteopath with over 20 years of clinical experience. Robert is also a certified shockwave therapist and one of the UK’s leading EMS Swiss Doloclast shockwave therapy trainers — widely regarded as the “Formula One” of shockwave machines for its consistency, power, and clinical outcomes. He specialises in musculoskeletal (msk) and men’s health conditions, including tendon injuries and erectile dysfunction. Robert consults at our Woodford and Chigwell clinics, where he combines clinical precision with advanced technology to deliver effective, evidence-based care. He is equally committed to treating patients and mentoring clinicians.
Robert Shanks
Founder, Specialist Men's
Health & Msk Shockwave Therapist & UK (EMS)
Shockwave Therapy Traine
Dr Kishore Bahl​​
Specialist Grade Urologist, Specialist Men's
Health Shockwave Therapist​
Dr Kishore Bhal is a licensed medical doctor and specialist in Urology, with over 20 years of NHS experience across multiple specialties. He has a strong clinical focus on men’s health, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as chronic prostatitis, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, and pelvic pain syndromes. Known for his thorough, compassionate approach, Dr Bhal combines traditional medical expertise with modern, evidence-based interventions to support long-term symptom relief and improved quality of life. He regularly sees patients seeking second opinions or help with persistent, sensitive issues that may not have responded to standard treatment pathways.
Dr Kishore Bahl
Specialist Grade Urologist, Specialist Men's
Health Shockwave Therapist​
Akin Celik​
Specialist Men's Health &
Msk Shockwave Therapist
Akin Celik is a registered UK Osteopath with a special interest in musculoskeletal conditions and men’s health. He has advanced training in focused shockwave therapy and works closely with patients experiencing tendon-related pain, pelvic dysfunction, and erectile dysfunction. Akin practises at our Chigwell clinic, where he combines a clinical, evidence-informed approach with the latest in EMS Swiss Doloclast shockwave technology. His calm and considered manner helps patients feel at ease, while his results-driven treatment plans are tailored to each individual’s needs. Akin is committed to helping patients restore movement, reduce pain, and improve quality of life.
Akin Celik​
Specialist Men's Health &
Msk Shockwave Therapist
Would recommend it to any one
The staff are caring and always on time.
It’s not just a normal session, it’s also an education in understanding your own body better, going through various exercises that significantly help with your recovery on a well structured plan.
Emily looks after me. She is very calm, understanding, patient, good listener and very focused on getting you better every session.
Overall it’s a lovely little clinic with lovely staff, doing an excellent job. Simple and efficient.
Highly recommended.
I had a body massage for an hour and she worked so hard to ease my back sprain and all my muscles
Can’t wait to return for more of the same
Thank you Lidiya
