Electrical Stimulation Therapy Edmonton

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Electrical Stimulation Therapy Edmonton

Get Relief From Your Long-Lasting Pain

If you have had any injury recently and have been advised to physiotherapy, you may come across sessions for electrical stimulation. It’s a safe and effective treatment associated with physical therapy that relieves you of pain and speeds up recovery.

Our innovative methods and strategies help you even more. Visit Next Step Physio in Edmonton, Alberta, for relief from pain with electric stimulation.

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Knee Physical Therapy with TENS Electrode Pads, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation

Electrical stimulation therapy is a non-invasive and painless treatment that can be used with other therapies such as physical therapy, massage, and chiropractic care. It is in combination with other treatments and healthcare procedures such as ultrasound therapy, heat therapy and cold therapy to maximize the benefits of the treatment.

Different types of electrical stimulation are used to accomplish different medical purposes.

  • Transcutaneous Electrical Neuromuscular Stimulation (TENS)
  • Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
  • Russian Stimulation
  • Interferential Current (IFC)
  • High-Voltage Galvanic Current (HVGC)

Why Clients Choose Us

Benefits of Electrical Stimulation Therapy Edmonton

At Next Step Physio, your comfort and well-being are always our priority. Once you undergo the initial examination after the appointment, our licensed and proficient therapists will design a customized treatment plan for you according to your specific physical issues. Electrical stimulation has many benefits to offer, here we have listed down the major benefits.

  • Reduces muscle spasms and stiffness
  • Reverses muscle atrophy (a condition that leads to loss of muscle mass)
    Improves joint pain and swelling
    Increases blood flow and
  • improves circulation
  • Relaxes muscles and reduces stress
  • Provides long-lasting relief from pain & discomfort
Electro stimulation in physical therapy to a young woman

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Frequently Asked Questions

Anyone who has a musculoskeletal (bone, cartilage, ligaments, tissues), neurological, respiratory, or cardiovascular condition that affects their physical function, movements, or quality of life can benefit from physiotherapy services. This includes people with acute or chronic pain, bone injuries, sprains, strains, fractures, arthritis, stroke, spinal cord injuries, Parkinson’s disease, asthma, COPD, and heart conditions.
In most cases, you don’t need a doctor’s referral to access the services, although some insurance plans may require it. However, your doctor may recommend physiotherapy as part of your treatment plan if you have a complex or severe medical condition.
During a physiotherapy session, your physiotherapist will conduct an initial assessment to identify your condition and treatment goals and develop a customized treatment plan. Our physiotherapist will also monitor your progress, adjust your treatment plan as needed, and provide you with home exercises and self-care instructions.
The number of sessions you need depends on the nature and severity of your condition, the reason behind the treatment, and your response to the treatment. Our experts will establish a customized treatment plan that includes the recommended number of sessions, the frequency, and the duration of each session.
A physiotherapy session typically lasts between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on your condition and treatment goals. However, your first session may be longer to allow for a comprehensive assessment and treatment plan development.
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