What Is Electric Muscle Stimulation?

When you’re living with pain that you just can’t overcome, Dr. David Zumstein at Zumstein Chiropractic Clinic in Franklin, WI offers electric muscle stimulation and other effective chiropractic techniques to help set you free from your suffering.

Quick Guide To Electrical Muscle Stimulation in Chiropractic Care

Even if we don’t realize it, much of the pain we feel stems from the soft tissues of the body – especially the muscles and nerves. Sometimes, issues occur in these areas due to a misalignment. Other times, it’s due to overuse, muscle tension, or nerve compression. And often, all or several of these things coincide.

While chiropractic adjustments are a core element of treating pain and restoring alignment, relief typically comes from combining adjustments with soft tissue techniques. One highly effective technique is electric muscle stimulation or EMS. Learn more about EMS, how it works, and its benefits in the guide below from Dr. Zumstein and the team at Zumstein Chiropractic Clinic in Franklin, WI.

What Is EMS, and How Does It Work?

EMS is a technique that utilizes electrical pulses to treat soft tissues. Electrodes are placed on the target areas, which then send pulses into the tissues. These pulses cause the muscles to contract, which pulls blood to the damaged area.

As this occurs, the muscles relax, damaged tissues heal and regenerate, pain signals are blocked, and endorphins – or the body’s natural painkillers – are released. It leads to natural pain relief and enhanced healing.

What Are the Benefits of EMS, and What Is It Used to Treat?

Electrical stimulation provides many benefits, including but not limited to:

• Improved blood circulation
• Faster healing
• Improved mobility
• Faster and more effective waste removal
• Reduced inflammation
• Improved joint function

Thanks to such benefits, it is used to treat a wide range of symptoms. These include but are in no way limited to:

• Bursitis
• Chronic neck pain
• Chronic back pain
• Myofascial trigger points
• Fibromyalgia
• Tendinitis
• Muscle spasms
• Arthritis
• Nerve pain
• Chronic muscle tension

It can also be used to improve athletic performance, prevent muscular atrophy, and achieve other health and fitness goals.

Keep in mind that while EMS is a very effective method, it works best when combined with other techniques. Our chiropractor will work with you to determine the best combination of techniques to ensure optimal relief, health, and wellness.

Let Dr. Zumstein and our team at Zumstein Chiropractic Clinic of Franklin, WI determine if electric muscle stimulation is the right solution for your needs. Call (414) 761-3330 to schedule an appointment today.