Low and medium Frequency Electrotherapy - Implox

Fig. 20
Classical Interferential (4-pole)
3.4.2.3 The four-pole method with Dipole vector (manually adjustable)
The Manual adjustment of the dipole vector offers the opportunity to direct the stimulation exactly to a desired point in
the area to be treated, without the need to change the electrode position. In this way you can for example find and
treat pain points.
For an effective use of the vectors the current must be clearly perceptible by the patient.
If this is not possible, then it is easier to increase the intensity and see where muscle contractions appear. With this
the correct spot is confirmed. The modulation depth with the dipole vector is 100%. The vector can be rotated 360º
manually by means of a button on the unit.
Fig. 21
Dipole vector (manual adjustable)
3.4.2.4 The four-pole method with Dipole vector (automatic)
This is the same as with the manual dipole vector, but with this vector the current will automatically and rhythmically
flow through the whole treatment area and the stimulation point will rotate 360º.
Adaptation hardly occurs. The rotation speed of the vector is adjustable between 1 and 10 seconds per rotation. The
rotation speed is defaulted at 3 rotations per second.
When the intensity of the current is increased until (or exceeding) the motor level, the muscle or muscle groups will
alternately contract and relax. This will result in a venous drainage (Oedema resorption) and improved circulation.
Additionally the automatic vector provides a significant decrease of the muscle tone. Thus offering an excellent
technique for the treatment of areas where mechanical pressure (massage) must be avoided.
Fig. 22
Dipole vector (automatic)
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