Electrical Muscle Stimulation in Granite City
A Simple Method for Fast Relief
When pain flares, you need help that’s quick, gentle, and effective. Our team uses electrical muscle stimulation to help your body relax and start the healing process. We keep things warm and homey, and work around busy family schedules. Same‑day appointments and walk‑ins are often available.
What E‑Stim Is and When We Recommend It
E‑stim is a safe, noninvasive therapy that sends mild pulses through small adhesive pads to calm overactive nerves and tight muscles. It’s one of the first tools we use when you’re in acute pain because it helps your first adjustment go easier and last longer. A typical session is about 10 minutes. As you improve, we’ll shift you toward active rehabilitation, such as whole-body vibration or the roller table, for lasting results.
What a Typical Session Feels Like
You’ll lie down and relax (or sit up, if preferred) while we place the “sticky pads” on the target area. You’ll feel a gentle, pins‑and‑needles sensation that many patients describe as pleasantly tingly; the more your body needs it, the better it often feels. Our team adjusts the intensity gradually; you tell us when you first feel it, and we aim for an intense but comfortable contraction. You stay in control of how strong the contraction gets.
Ways E‑Stim Helps You Feel Better
E‑stim supports fast relief and recovery so you can move, sleep, and smile more easily again. Here’s what it can do for you:
- Block pain receptors for immediate pain relief
- Relax tight, guarded muscles and reduce spasms
- Decrease inflammation and swelling in irritated tissues
- Stimulate the body’s natural healing response
- Set you up for a smoother, longer‑lasting adjustment
Most insurance plans cover physiotherapy services like electrical stimulation. We’re also cash‑friendly and happy to explain options.
Schedule Your Appointment
Ready to feel better in about 10 minutes? Call Shipley Chiropractic to book your E‑stim visit—walk in hurting, walk out hopeful.
