Electric Muscle Stimulation Therapy in Clifton Park NY

Electrical Stimulation (e-stim), also known as Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) or Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), is a therapeutic technique used in chiropractic care to reduce pain, promote healing, and improve muscle function. It involves using electrical currents to stimulate the nerves or muscles through electrodes placed on the skin. Give our office a call to learn more about electrical muscle stimulation in Clifton Park NY.

Types of electrical stimulation in Clifton Park NY

There are two main types of electrical stimulation used in therapy:

1. TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation): This type uses low-frequency electrical currents to stimulate the nerves and reduce pain. It is often used for pain management, such as in cases of back pain, arthritis, and muscle aches.
2. EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation): This type uses higher-frequency electrical currents to stimulate muscles, helping to improve muscle strength, prevent atrophy, or increase circulation. It is often used to treat muscle weakness or assist in rehabilitation after injuries or surgeries.

Electrical stimulation works by sending electrical impulses through the skin, which then activate the nerves or muscles. For pain management, it can block pain signals from reaching the brain or release endorphins (the body's natural painkillers). For muscle stimulation, it encourages muscle contractions, helping to strengthen muscles, improve circulation, and speed up recovery.

The treatment is typically painless, with some patients feeling a mild tingling or muscle contraction sensation during the procedure.