- Anti-inflammatory electrical modalities such as interferential and ultrasound can help decrease spasm, swelling and pain.
Anti-Inflammatory Modalities
Clinical Example
- The application of low energy modalities is non-invasive and can enhance the body’s ability to stimulate and direct its natural healing process.
- A patient lifted a heavy object awkwardly and hurt her low back.
Treatment
- Interferential currents were applied to the lumbar area and significantly decreased the muscle spasm and pain.
- The patient was able to return to functional daily activities with less pain.
