Low and medium Frequency Electrotherapy - Implox
Low and medium Frequency Electrotherapy - Implox
Low and medium Frequency Electrotherapy - Implox
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Fig. 9.<br />
Position of electrodes (Träbert)<br />
The amplitude is increased at each step until muscle contractions occur. The muscle contractions must be palpable<br />
or just visible. The contractions may contribute to improved perfusion of the muscles (muscle pump mechanism). As<br />
soon as the contractions start to reduce, the current amplitude should be increased again. In practice, this means that<br />
the current amplitude is increased at intervals of one minute. The limit of tolerance is generally reached after 5 to 7<br />
minutes, after which the current amplitude is no longer increased. In some cases, current amplitudes of 70-80 mA<br />
may be reached.<br />
Although the direct value is relatively low, the increasing amplitude makes it necessary to use thick sponges<br />
(minimum thickness 1 cm) that are thoroughly wet. If required, water may be added during the treatment.<br />
The electrodes must be fixed firmly in place. Due to the muscle contractions evoked, fixation with the aid of s<strong>and</strong>bags<br />
is not always sufficient.<br />
In the literature, reference is made to a maximum treatment time of 15 minutes.<br />
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