Therapy and Treatment

The most effective treatment for lymphedema is massage. In this article you can learn about its three known forms: lymphatic drainage performed by a trained lymph therapist, self-lymphatic drainage that imitates it and can be performed by the patient, and the latest device-based compression therapy.

If you live with spasticity, you know how frustrating it feels when your muscles simply won’t obey. They tighten, stiffen, and contract spasmodically — as if your own body were turning against you. Walking becomes difficult and everyday movements a challenge. And perhaps worst of all: you may feel helpless and at the mercy of this condition. But there is good news: spasticity is not an unchangeable fate. Neurorehabilitation has advanced a lot in recent decades, and there are now methods that can be used at home to help reduce muscle tension and regain control over movement. One of the most promising of these is NMES (neuromuscular electrical stimulation) therapy.

Muscle stimulation is now widely known and used in medicine, rehabilitation and sport. By applying electrical impulses, muscles can be caused to contract, which improves tone, increases endurance, and aids recovery after injuries. Most people know EMS/NMES technology as muscle stimulation and it is the most widespread in everyday practice; however, there is an older form of muscle stimulation that has been shown to be more effective in developing muscle strength: Kotz stimulation, also known as Russian stimulation.

Interferential therapy is a physiotherapy procedure that can help treat a range of health problems. In this article you will learn in detail about how interferential therapy works, its applications and the expected effects of the treatment. Interferential therapy (IF therapy) is an electrotherapy method primarily used for pain relief, muscle rehabilitation and improving circulation. During the treatment two different medium-frequency currents are applied, which meet within your tissues […]

You may have already heard about electrostimulation as a training or rehabilitation method, but do you know the differences between whole-body electrostimulation (Whole Body – WB-EMS) and neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES)? In this article I introduce the characteristics, applications and advantages of the two technologies so you can understand which method might be most suitable for you.

Prostate surgery is most commonly performed to treat prostate cancer or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The term prostatectomy refers to the complete surgical removal of the prostate. The procedure can be associated with various complications, which can be classified as acute (short-term) and long-term.

Microcurrent therapy (MCR) is an innovative electrotherapy method based on the application of very low-intensity electrical currents. This treatment is widely used for pain relief and for managing joint inflammations. The aim of microcurrent therapy is to reduce inflammatory processes, promote tissue regeneration, and alleviate pain. Mechanisms of action of microcurrent therapy include stimulation of cellular metabolism, which contributes to reduced inflammation and enhanced tissue repair.

Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) has earned significant recognition as a valuable therapeutic approach in the rehabilitation of people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). MS is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by demyelination of nerve fibers in the central nervous system. This literature review provides a detailed examination of NMES, with particular attention to how it works, its physiological effects, its role in rehabilitation, and how it can improve the quality of life for those with MS.

Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) uses electrical impulses to elicit muscle contractions and is primarily applied in rehabilitation settings to improve motor function, prevent muscle atrophy, and enhance overall physical performance. NMES activates muscles either directly at motor neurons or indirectly via the nerves supplying the muscle groups. This technique has gained ground in many clinical applications, especially in the rehabilitation of patients recovering from stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other neuromuscular disorders.

Halotherapy, better known as salt therapy, is gaining increasing attention as a potential adjunctive treatment for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This therapy involves the inhalation of micronized salt particles, which have beneficial effects on respiratory health. The long-term effectiveness of halotherapy in patients with COPD is an area of growing interest; several studies indicate symptomatic relief and an overall improvement in quality of life.

If you've undergone an orthopedic operation (hip or knee prosthesis, screws, plates) or a dental implant, you know how important proper healing is. The success of an implant depends on how well your body can “accept” the foreign object — this process is called osseointegration, i.e. incorporation into the bone.
Pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy is an adjunct method that can support this process. In this article you can learn about the scientific background of bone healing, the challenges of implant integration, and how magnetic therapy can help support your recovery.