Electro-stimulation therapy is an effective technique that can provide relief for a variety of health conditions. Clients’ treatment plans can include electrical stimulation therapy to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and speed up recovery.
The Praxis Institute introduces aspiring massage therapists to electro-stimulation therapy in the Advanced Therapeutic and Clinical Massage program offered at our Miami and Hialeah, Florida, locations. Here, we explore the various applications of electro-stimulation massage in treatment and highlight the benefits of our diploma program.
How Electro Stimulation Therapy Works
Electro-stimulation therapy involves a device that sends measured electrical pulses to mimic the signals of cells in the nervous system (neurons). The duration and amount are specific to the client’s needs. Adhesives are strategically placed on the skin to target nerves and muscles of the affected area.
There are two main types of electrical stimulation therapy:
- Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS): Used for chronic and acute pain management, TENS involves placing electrodes on the skin near the affected area to block pain signals from traveling to the brain.
- Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS): A stronger current is used to contract muscles to improve muscle strength. In this electrical stimulation therapy method, the client simultaneously flexes the muscle.
Massage therapists must earn specialized massage therapy certification to administer electro-stimulation-massage therapy treatment. When combined with manual massage techniques, this technique benefits clients in the following ways:
- Reduced muscle fatigue
- Increased local circulation
- Decreased swelling
- Improved range of motion
- Reduced pain
Treatment Plans for Electro Stimulation Massage Therapy
Electro-stimulation therapy is safe to use on every area of the body, making it ideal for a variety of treatment plans. Clients with the following conditions may use electro-stimulation therapy in their treatment journey:
- Arthritis or other joint conditions
- Acute injuries from playing sports or from automobile accidents
- Ligament sprains
- Muscle strains or weakness
- Inflamed nerves
- Fibromyalgia
- Back pain
- Pain due to cancers and spinal cord injuries
- Neurological conditions, such as a stroke
While electrical stimulation therapy is deemed safe, it’s not the best option for everyone. Anyone with deep vein thrombosis, who is pregnant, has a pacemaker, or suffers from impaired cognition may not be a viable candidate for electrical stimulation massage therapy.
Learning Electro Stimulation Therapy at The Praxis Institute
At The Praxis Institute, we offer advanced healthcare training to career-oriented individuals who wish to enter the workforce and make an impact in a rewarding field. We aim to provide students with the skills they need in today’s job market.
Our Advanced Therapeutic and Clinical Massage program covers several critical massage therapy topics and techniques, including electrical stimulation massage therapy. Other high-level skill sets taught in the course include:
- Deep tissue
- Neuromuscular
- Lymphatic drainage
- Ultrasound
- Laser
Enroll Today to Begin Your Education
Massage therapists must be well-trained to provide clients with the relief and outcomes they seek. At The Praxis Institute, our goal is to prepare individuals for success beyond the classroom. Students enrolled in the Advanced Therapeutic and Clinical Massage program will receive hands-on learning from a team of experienced instructors to pursue their passions for massage therapy. To accommodate our students and make education more accessible, we offer flexible scheduling and affordable tuition.
Find success as a massage therapist performing a variety of techniques, including electro-stimulation massage therapy, with training at The Praxis Institute in Miami and Hialeah, FL. Contact us today to learn more.
