Ultrasound is the main form of electrotherapy used. Its main action is to soften tissue,
increase blood flow and reduce swelling and inflammation. It can be used in acute injuries
such as sprained ankles immediately but it is also helpful in chronic older conditions such as
Achilles tendinitis. It is commonly used on all muscle, ligament and tendon injuries.
LASER Infra red laser is used to help reduce inflammation in acute superficial conditions
such as ganglions, Achilles tendonitis, RSI wrist and forearm tendonitis, tennis elbow and more.
It is a non destructive non thermal source of infra-red light. |
