Electrotherapy is the use of electrical energy as a treatment method. Electrotherapy uses a small electric current that passes to the affected area to relieve pain by suppressing or blocking the pain signals to the brain. Controlled and careful electric stimulation promotes release of endorphins, the natural pain killers produced by the body.
At Vivacare, we use various types of modalities in electrotherapy. These vary in types of waveform, frequency and intensity of electric current produced. Some of the modalities used at our clinic are
Electrotherapy works in following ways
Small electrode pads are placed on the skin over or near the treatment area, and the machine delivers a controlled electrical stimulation. Most patients feel a mild tingling or pulsing sensation, which is adjusted to your comfort level throughout the session.
Yes, when administered by a trained physiotherapist who screens for contraindications such as pacemakers, pregnancy or certain skin conditions beforehand.
It’s typically most effective as part of a broader plan alongside manual therapy and exercise, rather than as a stand-alone treatment.
No — the intensity is adjusted to a comfortable level that you control feedback on; it should feel like a mild tingling or pulsing, never sharp or painful.
It can be used regularly as needed for your condition, though your therapist will vary and combine modalities over your treatment course based on your progress.
Yes — certain electrotherapy modalities are commonly used post-surgically to help manage pain, reduce swelling and support muscle re-education, based on your surgeon’s clearance.
