What is Electrical Muscle Stimulation?

Electrical muscle stimulation or EMS is a physical therapy treatment that produces muscle contractions using electric impulses. It can be utilized as a rehabilitation and prevention treatment for partially or entirely immobilized patients, strengthening and recovery tool for athletes and healthy individuals in general. It can assist in reducing edema/ swelling as well as expedite the healing of injured and damaged tissues. A great modality to help those suffering from neuropathy and part of a broader pain management program.  

At Acupuncture Physicians Group in Sarasota, we use an advanced EMS machine to assist in pain relief and reduce pain and swelling. We will evaluate your condition first to determine the areas that need treatment to ensure you get the most out of your EMS therapy. If you have recently suffered from an injury or have been suffering from long-term pain, electrical muscle stimulation may be right for you.