Cold Therapy: The use of ice packs or cold packs on the affected area to assist with the reduction of swelling, and relax muscle spasms.
E.M.S.: Electric Muscle Stimulation. The use of specialized forms of electrical current that is administered at the site of soft tissue injury, for the blocking of pain. Small amounts of electrical current are introduced into the tissue for the purpose of reducing swelling. This techniques safely strengthens muscles and helps reduce painful symptoms.
Intersegmental Traction: I.S.T. Is a way of inducing passive motion into the spine for the purpose of stretching spinal joints and increasing mobility. The gentle rolling action is restful and exercises the spine without effort. This helps to increase circulation of spinal fluid and restore necessary elasticity and motion to the spine.
Cold Laser Therapy: Is the use of low level laser light therapy to promote Biostimulation which improves circulation and tissue regeneration. For more information (click here)