What Is Electrical Muscle Stimulation, and How Does It Treat Chronic Pain?
At Hokokian Chiropractic, Dr. John Hokokian is an expert at relieving chronic pain in Fresno, CA, through chiropractic care. Chiropractic therapies are all-natural and address the root cause of pain without relying on prescription painkillers or invasive procedures. Electrical muscle stimulation is a chiropractic therapy that can improve circulation, relieve muscle pain and muscle spasms, stimulate the body’s natural healing processes, and relieve chronic pain. Keep reading to learn more about electrical muscle stimulation and its benefits for treating chronic pain.
What Is Electrical Muscle Stimulation?
Electrical muscle stimulation is a drug-free, all-natural method of pain relief that involves sending electrical impulses through your skin. These electrical impulses imitate what happens when you contract and release a muscle. EMS can stimulate natural healing processes in the body that improve blood flow and circulation, reduce inflammation and stiffness, reduce muscle spasms and cramps, and relieve chronic pain.
Who Should Consider Electrical Muscle Stimulation?
You should consider EMS if you have chronic pain, muscle cramps or spasms, or have injured, weak, or diseased muscles. EMS can improve blood flow and circulation and stimulate the muscles and nerves to retrain the muscles and strengthen them after surgery, injury, or illness. Dr. Hokokian recommends EMS to treat:
- Post-surgery muscle weakness or muscle spasms
- Spinal cord injuries
- Nerve damage or compression
- Muscle damage
- Muscle control issues
- Soft tissue injuries
What to Expect at Your First Treatment Session
Dr. Hokokian will use a special device to send controlled, precise levels of electrical impulses through your skin to target your nerves, muscles, and soft tissues. He will apply electrodes to your skin at targeted areas. The electrical current that travels through these electrodes will cause rhythmic muscle contractions. You should not experience any pain or discomfort during treatment. After treatment, you may have slight muscle fatigue.
Benefits of Electrical Muscle Stimulation
EMS is a safe, effective, drug-free treatment option for chronic pain and muscle spasms. Combining EMS with other chiropractic therapies can rehabilitate your injury, reduce your reliance on pain medication, help you recover from surgery, or help you avoid surgery.
Are You a Good Candidate for Electrical Muscle Stimulation?
If you want to find out if you’re a good candidate for electrical muscle stimulation, visit Dr. Hokokian at Hokokian Chiropractic’s convenient location. He will evaluate the underlying cause of your pain and how it is affecting your life and design a personalized chiropractic treatment plan. His chiropractic therapies unlock your body’s natural healing processes without the use of prescription painkillers or invasive procedures, helping you find lasting pain relief and prevent future pain. Reach out to our friendly team to schedule an appointment.
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