Physiotherapy uses manual therapies,

exercise programs and electrotherapy

techniques to treat musculoskeletal
conditions, neurological conditions,
and cardiothoracic conditions.


Benefits of TENS Therapy:
treat muscle, joint, or bone problems
that occur with illnesses such as
osteoarthritis or fibromyalgia
used for conditions such as low back
pain, neck pain, tendinitis, or bursitis
treat sudden (acute) pain, such as labor
pain
assist with long-lasting (chronic) pain,
such as cancer pain
relieve pain from migraines and
headaches
used for injuries and wounds
Benefits of Ultrasound:
Break up scar tissue and adhesions
Reduce inflammation, swelling and
calcium deposits
Create a deep heat to ease muscle
spasms
Increase soft tissue extensibility prior to
stretching and exercise
Facilitate healing at the cellular level
Speeds metabolism and improves
blood flow
Reduces nerve root irritation
Speeds bone healing


18 King St. East
Unit C1
Bolton, ON
L7E 1E8
www.albionhillsphysio.com

P: 905-951-7051
F: 905-951-7049

Albion Hills Physiotherapy and Massage
Ultrasound & TENS
in Physiotherapy

Therapeutic Techniques

Albion Hills Physiotherapy and
Massage

Therapeutic Ultrasound

How It Works:




Ultrasound is a method of stimulating the
tissue beneath the skin's surface using
very high frequency sound waves which
cannot be heard by humans.

Ultrasound is applied using a transducer or
applicator that is in direct contact with the
patient's skin. Gel is used on all surfaces of
the head to reduce friction and assist
transmission of the ultrasonic waves.

The sound waves that pass through the
skin cause a vibration of the tissues. This
vibration can cause a deep heating in
which the patient may feel some warmth.
In situations where a heating effect is not
desirable, such as a fresh injury with acute
inflammation, the ultrasound can be pulsed
rather than continuously transmitted.

A typical ultrasound treatment will take
from 3-5 minutes depending on the size of
the area being treated. In cases where
scar tissue breakdown is the goal, this
treatment time can be much longer. During
the treatment the head of the ultrasound
probe is kept in constant motion.










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TENS:
Transcutaneous
Electrical Nerve
Stimulation


How It Works:
In TENS therapy, electrodes are placed on the
skin, either directly over the painful area or more
commonly, at key points along the nerve pathway.
A low voltage electrical current is used to stimulate
the nerves in the body for therapeutic purposes.
TENS may modulate or suppress pain signals in
the brain or cause the body to produce natural
painkillers called endorphins which block the
perception of pain. Patients feel a tingling
sensation during treatment which should be strong
but not painful or uncomfortable.
The currents coming from a TENS unit can be
turned up or down, ranging from 10Hz to 50Hz.
The duration of a TENS session varies depending
on settings and goal of treatment.


The aim of physiotherapy is to
help restore movement
and normal body function in
cases of illness, injury and
disability.
When NOT to use Ultrasound:
on areas considered to be
malignant
over infected areas or blood
clot
caution over growth plates in
children
near or over pacemakers
on broken skin or growths
on eyes and mouth

When NOT to use TENS:
over the trunk, abdomen or
pelvis during pregnancy
by those with pacemakers
over front of the neck
by those with difficulty following
instructions (ie. young children)


Always consult with a regulated
health professional before
usage of these modalities, or if
you have any further
questions