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How Can Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) Help with Pain?

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Physiotherapist discusses How Can Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) Help With Pain?

Physiotherapist discusses How Can Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) Help With Pain?

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Featuring Steve Wong, BHK, BScPT, Dip.Manip.PT, FCAMPT, CAFCI, CGIMS, TSCC-2
Treloar Physiotherapy, Vancouver BC

Video Title :
How Can Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) Help With Pain? Duration: 3 minutes, 1 second

Presenter: Mr. Steve Wong, Physiotherapist, Vancouver, BC

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How Can Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) Help with Pain?

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1

Intramuscular stimulation uses electrodes place on various points of the body.

Explanation:

Intramuscular stimulation uses insertions of small needles to reduce muscle tension and nerve pain.

2

A local physiotherapist may use intramuscular stimulation to reduce muscle tension.

3

Intramuscular stimulation is a dry-needling technique.

4

Patients only need one IMS session to treat muscle pain or tightness.

Explanation:

Most patients will see benefits within 6 to 10 intramuscular stimulation sessions.

5

Chronic pain can increase symptoms of depression and anxiety.

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