Electrotherapy (Noun)
Meaning
The therapeutic application of electricity to the body (as in the treatment of various forms of paralysis).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The physical therapist uses electrotherapy to help restore muscle function in patients with neurological disorders.
- Electrotherapy has been shown to be effective in reducing pain and improving range of motion in patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
- The doctor recommended a course of electrotherapy to help alleviate the patient's symptoms of paralysis after the spinal cord injury.
- Electrotherapy machines produce electrical impulses that stimulate muscle contractions, helping to improve strength and mobility in affected limbs.
- The rehab center offers electrotherapy as part of their comprehensive treatment plan for stroke patients recovering from hemiparesis.