The Benefits of Electrical Stimulation

Electrical muscle stimulation can be used to treat musculoskeletal ailments or injuries. It is an effective and common way to reduce muscle spasms, restore muscle tone, rehabilitate parts of the body, and relieve discomfort and pain. Dr. James Lambert at LI Integrated in Ronkonkoma, NY specializes in using electrical stimulation to help with muscle issues such as balance, mobility, function, and to reduce pain.

There are many benefits to this kind of therapy and it can help reduce swelling which makes the healing process much faster. It can also help with treating chronic pain. The benefits include relieving swelling and joint pain, improving blood flow, increasing range of motion, and enhancing the rehabilitation of muscles. Electrical stimulation has also been known to improve the physiological recovery and perceived recovery of endurance athletes.

How Electric Stimulation Works

The process works by placing stick-on equipment on your skin and then using the control unit to send currents to the muscle groups that are being targeted. The control unit is where you will find sensory knobs, the timer, and devices to produce the electric current. There are two lead wires and then two to four neurostimulation electrodes that are attached to the skin to send the current. There can be different sensations when it’s turned on and when it's applied to different muscle groups.

How the Electrical Stimulation Feels

Different patients report different feelings. Some feel a dull tingling or muscle twitching, while others feel pins and needles. Most patients only feel the sensations during the treatment but some patients feel them up to ten minutes after the treatment concludes.

Who Should Use Electric Stimulation?

Electric stimulation can be used by several different individuals but athletes especially can get a lot of benefit from it due to the improved muscular blood flow, reduced muscle pain, and enhanced muscle strength.

If you are considering electrical stimulation for your pain relief, contact Dr. James Lambert at LI Integrated in Ronkonkoma, NY. Call us today at (631) 738-9539 to schedule an appointment.