What is high volt electrical stimulation used for?

High voltage electrical stimulation is a type of electrical stimulation that your physical therapist may use to help decrease your pain or improve circulation. It is also occasionally used to help with wound healing.Click to see full answer. Similarly, it is asked, what is the purpose of electrical stimulation?Electric stimulation therapy is a therapeutic treatment that applies electrical stimulation in treating muscle spasms and pain. It can help prevent atrophy and build strength in patients with injuries. It is also helpful in keeping muscles active especially after any type spinal cord injury or strokes. what are the types of electrical stimulation? Types of Electrical Stimulation EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) NMES (Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation) FES (Functional Electrical Stimulation) TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) ETS (EMG Triggered Stimulation) RETS (Reciprocal EMG Triggered Stimulation) Keeping this in view, what are the side effects of electrical stimulation? Side effects pain. headaches. muscle spasms. pain in lower back. uncomfortable. dizziness. Does electrical stimulation reduce swelling?By reducing swelling and increasing circulation, electric muscle stimulation therapy may also enhance tissue healing and inflammation control. And it may help reduce pain sensations by blocking nerve transmission at the spinal cord.