Interferential therapy uses the physiological impacts of mid-frequency electrical stimulation to reduce sprains, spasms, and strains of muscles. These current waves produce an intermittent massaging effect on the injured area, producing endorphins and encephalins, which are natural analgesics of the body. It helps relieve pain, enhancing blood flow, speed up recovery, and reduce swelling.
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How to treat shoulder and back pain due to swimming?
Query: Hello doctor, Last week I went swimming with my partner, freestyle-crawl. I advised her to try to breathe on the other side and from the next morning, she has pain. No bump. She probably pulled a muscle and she still has pain on day 7 (although improved by plasters). Should she have an ultrasound ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to iclinq.com. I am unable to understand the site of pain. Could you be more specific like where does it hurt? Shoulder, neck, chest, or hip region? What medicines have you given so far to the patient? Is there any history of diabetes or hypertension or thyroid issues? Any history... Read Full »
What can I do for knee lock due to hyperextension?
Query: Hello doctor, My knee is locked in hyperextension. I had an injury on my knee had lateral damage that was fixed by knee scope. This was successful, however, about two months ago, I twisted the wrong way and my knee got caught in hyperextension. I saw my Orthopedic surgeon and he told me I had a high... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From what I can read and understand by the brief history you have given is that there can be damage to ligaments and meniscus in your knee. Can you please elaborate on the range of motion of your knee? If it is barely movable it means that probably some tissue (eith... Read Full »