How does Interferential Therapy Work?
Interferential Therapy is a therapeutic treatment to aid in the relief of pain and the promotion of soft tissue healing. Small amounts of electrical impulses are induced into the tissues in the vicinity of the injury. A low frequency stimulation is created where these waves intersect below the surface of the skin. This will prompt the body to secrete endorphin's and other natural pain killers to help relieve pain.
It is the most common type of electrical muscle stimulation used to treat chronic pain resulting from surgery, injury, or trauma. The end goal for using Interferential Therapy as part of a physical therapy or rehab program is to relieve pain and help patients heal faster.
What conditions can Interferntial Therapy be used for?
Interferential Therapy is often used to treat muscle strains, spasms, sport injuries, joint damage, and edema. This therapy can provide relief from and chronic pain caused by arthritis, surgery, muscle damage, or an injury, and from symptoms like inflammation and swelling. It is often used in combination with chiropractic care and physiotherapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for these conditions.
Treatment targets areas of the body to help alleviate soreness, promote healing and a quick recovery. Stimulation can be delivered deep into the tissue in localized areas including:
Treatment targets areas of the body to help alleviate soreness, promote healing and a quick recovery. Stimulation can be delivered deep into the tissue in localized areas including:
- Neck
- Back
- Shoulder
- Knee
