What is Short-wave Diathermy? Short wave diathermy is also known as SWD. Physical therapy treatment involves applying deep heat to an individual’s joints and soft tissues to repair bone or tissue injuries. This approach improves healing by concentrating heat generation on specific areas and reaching deep tissues. This therapy strategy can effectively reduce inflammation, and joint…
Introduction Therapeutic Ultrasound(US) treatment is a therapeutic approach that uses sound waves, or ultrasound, to treat a variety of medical ailments. Ultrasound therapy can help to decrease inflammation and discomfort while also improving joint and muscle range of motion. It also aids in the recovery of chronic and acute injuries to the muscles, tendons, and…
What is a Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)? Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) is a non-invasive therapeutic technique that involves the use of electrical currents to alleviate pain and promote relief from various medical conditions. It is the electric current that produces and stimulates the nerves for therapeutic purposes. TENS units are compact, battery-operated devices…
What is an Interferential Current Therapy (IFC)? Interferential Current Therapy (IFC) is a popular form of electrotherapy used in physical therapy settings for pain management and rehabilitation. It employs low-frequency electrical currents to target and alleviate various types of pain, including acute and chronic conditions. Unlike other forms of electrotherapy, IFC utilizes multiple electrical currents…
