Research shows that light at a wavelength of between 660 and 880 nanometers penetrates through human tissue to a depth of up to 20 cm. The therapeutic effect occurs at the cellular level: mitochondria, a component of every cell in the body, respond by increasing the production rate of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), a molecule that serves as the cell’s “fuel” or energy source. This reaction allows damaged cells to increase protein synthesis, increase waste removal, and basically regenerate faster. As a result, pain is reduced and symptoms dissipate.
Light is delivered via a special hand held probe, or a light pad for larger areas. Patients often times report reduction of symptoms immediately after treatment. EMS therapy is safe, drug free and non-invasiveElectrical Muscle Stimulation device is proven effective for:
Acute and chronic pain relief and the resulting increase in range of motion
Neuropathic and nociceptive pain
Reducing rehabilitation times from sports injuries and other acute trauma
Muscle relaxation, reducing muscle cramps and spasms
Enhancing neuromuscular re-education