Electrotherapy is the use of electrical impulses for therapeutic purposes. It applies electrical current to the body to stimulate nerves and muscles, promote healing, relieve pain, and improve various physical functions. Electrotherapy techniques are commonly used in physical therapy, sports medicine, rehabilitation, and aesthetic medicine.
Here are some common types of electrotherapy: Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS), Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES), and Microcurrent (MCR) Therapy.