What is Interferential Electro-Therapy?
It is a therapeutic treatment to aid in the relief of pain and promotion of soft tissue healing.
How does Interferential Electro-Therapy Work?
Tiny
amounts of electrical impulses are induced into the vicinity of the
injury. Where these waves intersect below the skin, a low-frequency
stimulation is created. This prompts the body to secrete endorphins
and other natural pain killers to help relieve pain.
What does Interferential Electro-Therapy feel like?
Most
patients find Interferential Therapy to be extremely beneficial and
describe the treatment as a faint "pins and needles" sensation.
Why is Interferential Electro-Therapy used?
Interferential
Therapy is most often used for pain relief. Ligament sprains, muscle
strains and spasms often respond to this treatment, helping to reduce
muscle weakness and increase blood circulation.
Patient Benefits:
- Reduces painful symptoms
- Promotes muscle tone
- Releases the body's natural pain killers
- Decreases local swelling
- Restores normal movements
- Accelerates the healing process
Combined with the Chiropractic Adjustment, Interferential Therapy is a very effective way to help reduce your pain more quickly.
I started seeing Dr. Nelsen after I was involved in an automobile accident. I had tried exercise therapy and frequently took pain medication, but my low back, neck, and shoulder wouldn’t give in. Dr. Nelsen started me on a plan with adjustments and Spinal Decompression. Now I feel like I am able to truly function, and standing, sitting, and walking do not bother me anymore. I’ve learned to listen to my body and it always knows when it’s time for my maintenance visit. Dr. Nelsen and his staff are all very caring. They make every visit seem pleasant and cheerful. Thanks for all your help! 
Henry Bennett
