Electric Muscle Stimulation

Ease Your Pain Through Electrical Muscle Stimulation

DeHaven Chiropractic Clinic of White Bear Lake, MN, offers the use of electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) as a form of therapy that can shorten recovery times and minimize pain and edema. This method of treatment, which is gaining popularity, is effective for treating muscular spasms, soft tissue injuries, and even athletes who want to recuperate from workouts more quickly.

Electrical Muscle Stimulation — White Bear Lake, MN — Dehaven Chiropractic

How Does Electrical Muscle Stimulation Work?

This procedure is carried out right here in our office and typically only takes a little while. The machine is turned on when electrodes are applied to the skin over the affected area. The soft tissue or muscle is then exposed to an electrical current. The damage, its location, and the extent of the therapy will all influence the amount of current used. The muscles contract quickly and with a very small magnitude as a result of this electrical current. Patients may experience a stinging or tingling sensation throughout the procedure; however, these feelings will pass as soon as the machine is turned off or shortly thereafter. The sensation is popular with patients.

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Electrical muscle stimulation causes the muscles to contract in minute amounts, which causes them to tire out and relax, reducing pain and spasms. Additionally, it causes the body's natural painkiller, endorphins, to be released. Additionally, it is said that the procedure eliminates metabolic waste, improves the delivery of nutrients, and hastens the healing of soft tissues.

Although EMS is frequently used on the back and neck, there are numerous other parts of the body that can benefit from this therapy.

Both acute and persistent pain respond favorably to electrical muscle activation. Ask your chiropractor if electrical muscle stimulation is a good option for you if you've been dealing with pain or have just sustained an injury.

The team at DeHaven Chiropractic Clinic is ready to help! Contact us today by calling 651-429-3015 to discuss your pains with Dr. DeHaven.