Electrotherapy & Ultrasound
Modern treatment with electrical impulses and sound waves – effective for pain, muscle weakness and healing disorders
What is Electrotherapy and Ultrasound?
Electrotherapy and ultrasound treatment are among the proven physical therapy methods in modern physiotherapy. Both methods use physical energy – electrical current or high-frequency sound waves – to specifically achieve therapeutic effects in the body. The treatment is painless, has few side effects and can be excellently combined with other forms of therapy.
How Electrotherapy Works
- Pain-relieving: Blocking pain transmission through electrical stimulation
- Muscle-stimulating: Activation and strengthening of weakened muscles
- Circulation-promoting: Improved blood circulation through vasodilation
- Metabolism-stimulating: Promotion of healing processes in the tissue
Areas of Application
Electrotherapy and ultrasound are successfully used for a variety of complaint patterns:
Pain Conditions
- • Chronic back pain
- • Nerve pain (neuralgia)
- • Phantom pain
- • Joint pain
Muscle Weakness
- • Muscle atrophy after injuries
- • Muscle building after operations
- • Paralysis symptoms
- • Incontinence
Soft Tissue Diseases
- • Tendinitis
- • Bursitis
- • Scars and adhesions
- • Calcific tendinitis
Joint Diseases
- • Osteoarthritis
- • Joint effusions
- • Rheumatic complaints
- • Postoperative conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the treatment painful?
No, the treatment is completely painless. With electrotherapy you feel a pleasant tingling, with ultrasound possibly a slight warmth. The intensity is always individually adjusted.
How long does a treatment take?
An electrotherapy or ultrasound session usually lasts 10-20 minutes, depending on the indication and treatment area. It is often combined with other therapies.
When should electrotherapy not be performed?
Contraindications are: pacemakers, pregnancy, thrombosis, metal implants in the treatment area, acute inflammation, fever and tumor diseases. Please inform us in advance about existing conditions.
Does health insurance cover the costs?
Yes, with a medical prescription, the costs for electrotherapy and ultrasound are covered by statutory and private health insurance. Patients with statutory insurance pay the statutory co-payment unless they are exempt.
Book Appointment
Book your appointment for electrotherapy or ultrasound treatment at one of our practices now.
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Medically reviewed by Ellyn Pirnay, owner of Praxis Pirnay · Last reviewed:
Electrotherapy as Part of Your Treatment
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