How Does Electrical Muscle Stimulation Work?

EMS treatment uses medical electrodes to transmit electrical current into the muscle or soft tissue. The level of current that we will use depends on the severity and location of the injury and the depth of the therapy. Once the electrodes are placed on the treatment area and the machine is turned on, the patient may experience a tingling or prickly sensation due to the small, quick muscle contractions. The feeling will subside shortly after the treatment.

These tiny contractions allow muscles to become tired and relax, promoting pain relief and reducing muscle spasms. It is also believed to clear metabolic waste to let the body absorb nutrients better and encourage rapid healing. The typical treatment duration is around 10 minutes, but it varies between patients and the extent of the needed therapy.