What it is & How Electrotherapy Works
Electrotherapy is a gentle modality that stimulates nerves and muscles through the surface of the skin. Commonly used alongside chiropractic care to achieve maximum results
• Sends out electrical impulses that block the body’s pain signals.
• Releases endorphins (chemical messengers) to naturally decrease.
• Stimulates cells to reduce inflammation and inhibit pain.
Main Types of Electrotherapy
Interferential Current (IFC)
Interferential current (IFC) is the newest and most effective electrotherapy, it uses low-frequencies and stimulates muscles, increases blood flow, and reduces pain. IFT is for areas that require deeper penetration than TENS such as the lower and middle back.
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
TENS delivers pulses of electrical stimulation. Although outdated, it is still used to stimulate sensory nerves to achieve pain relief for both nerve pain and chronic pain conditions.
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