Electrical Stimulation

Electrical Stimulation

Electrical stimulation applies a controlled electrical current through pads placed on the skin. Depending on the settings, it may be used to help manage pain or to stimulate muscle activity. At Complete Care, it is used as one part of a rehabilitation plan rather than as a treatment on its own.

How It Fits Into Care

In general, electrical stimulation is considered after an evaluation, so the area treated and the settings reflect the evaluation's findings.

• EMG & Nerve Conduction Studies — may help assess nerve and muscle involvement beforehand.
• TENS & Electrical Stimulation Therapy — the broader category of therapy this belongs to.
• Computerized Range-of-Motion Testing — used to measure range of motion over a course of care.

Not every patient is a candidate for electrical stimulation, and results vary.

This page is for general information only and is not medical advice. Whether a test or treatment is appropriate for you depends on an individual evaluation.