Electrical Stimulation Therapies

What are electrical stimulation therapies?

Electrical stimulation, or e-stim, stimulates muscles and nerves with a carefully controlled electrical current.

Dr. Ferguson offers different types of electrical stimulation therapies. Your personalized care plan may incorporate:

Electrical muscle stimulation

Electric muscle stimulation (EMS) strengthens your muscles to address weakness, pain, and lingering soreness. It may also benefit your flexibility and mobility if you struggle with chronic muscle tightness or discomfort. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, dealing with a chronic condition, or are an athlete working through a sports injury, Dr. Ferguson may recommend EMS.

Microcurrent therapy

Microcurrent therapy addresses soft tissue injuries and chronic pain. For this treatment, Dr. Ferguson places electrodes on the skin over the affected tissue. Unlike EMS, the microcurrents are very small, so you don’t feel a lot of sensation during your treatment.

Microcurrent therapy helps your cells function and heal properly, which decreases pain, inflammation, and muscle spasms. It may also improve your range of motion. If you experience back and neck pain or other chronic and acute physical conditions, microcurrent therapy may be beneficial.

Interferential current therapy

Interferential current therapy is useful for treating chronic pain resulting from trauma, surgery, or injury. It utilizes higher frequency energy than other forms of electrical stimulation therapies, penetrating deeper into the tissues to target the source of your pain without causing discomfort. 

Dr. Ferguson may include it in your plan if you have joint damage, sports injuries, or muscle strains or spasms.

What are the benefits of electrical stimulation therapies?

Dr. Ferguson may use these therapies to:

• Manage pain
• Increase blood flow
• Strengthen muscles
• Restore function
• Prevent muscle spasms
• Promote wound healing
• Facilitate range of motion

Your care plan leaves no stone unturned in the pursuit of your optimal health.

What can I expect when receiving electrical stimulation therapies?

Wear comfortable clothing to your appointment so Dr. Ferguson can access areas that need treatment. You can relax while he places electrodes in targeted spots, and most people tolerate the treatment well.

Your care plan may combine electrical stimulation therapies with other approaches, such as massage therapy and acupuncture. Dr. Ferguson typically schedules a series of treatments for the best results.

Electrical stimulation therapies may be invaluable in your health journey. To get started with noninvasive, medication-free therapies, book an appointment online or call Chiropractic Rehabilitation and Acupuncture today.