IFT (Interferential Therapy)

IFT (Interferential Therapy) in Dhaka: Modern Pain Relief for Your Body

Are you experiencing nagging pain, muscle spasms, or swelling that slows you down? At AdvanCell in Dhaka, we offer IFT (Interferential Therapy), a popular and highly effective physiotherapy treatment that uses gentle electrical currents to help manage pain, reduce swelling, and promote healing deep within your tissues. It's a comfortable and non-invasive way to find relief.

What Is Interferential Therapy (IFT)?

Interferential Therapy (IFT) is a type of electrotherapy used by physiotherapists to treat pain and inflammation. It uses special electrical currents that "interfere" with each other inside your body, creating a therapeutic effect at a deeper level than other electrical treatments. You feel this as a gentle, comfortable buzzing or tingling sensation.

How Does Interferential Therapy (IFT) Work?

How Does IFT Help in Pain Management? IFT works by sending two slightly different electrical frequencies into the affected area. Where these currents cross inside your body, they create a "beat frequency" – a new, deeper current. This unique interaction allows the therapy to reach deeper tissues without discomfort at the skin surface.

The therapeutic effects of this deep current include:

• Pain Relief: It helps block pain signals and stimulates your body to release its natural pain-relieving chemicals (endorphins).

• Reduced Swelling & Inflammation: It improves blood flow and helps reduce fluid buildup in injured or swollen areas.

• Muscle Relaxation: Helps to soothe tight and spastic muscles.

• Improved Healing: By enhancing circulation, it brings more nutrients and oxygen to the injured area, aiding the healing process.

How Does Interferential Therapy Feel?

When you receive IFT, you will feel a pleasant, gentle buzzing or tingling sensation. The intensity can be adjusted by your therapist to ensure it is comfortable for you. It should never be painful. Many patients find it quite soothing.

Conditions Treated by IFT: Who Can Benefit from IFT?

Interferential Therapy (IFT) is a versatile treatment that can effectively help with a wide range of conditions and symptoms, including:

• Back Pain: Lower back pain, neck pain, and stiffness.

• Joint Pain: Pain in knees, shoulders, hips, elbows, wrists, and ankles (e.g., arthritis, sprains).

• Muscle Spasms and Strains: Reducing tightness and discomfort in overworked or injured muscles.

• Swelling and Inflammation: After injuries or surgeries.

• Sports Injuries: Helping athletes recover from sprains, strains, and overuse injuries.

• Sciatica: Nerve pain radiating down the leg.

• Fibromyalgia: Helping to manage widespread chronic pain.

• Headaches: Especially those related to neck tension.

• Post-Surgery Pain: Managing discomfort and promoting healing after operations.

How Many Sessions Will I Need?

The number of IFT sessions needed depends on your condition, how long you've had it, and how your body responds to treatment. Your physiotherapist will assess your progress and create a personalized treatment plan for you. Often, a series of sessions is recommended for the best and most lasting results.

Is IFT Safe? Potential Side Effects and Contraindications

IFT is generally a very safe therapy when performed by a qualified physiotherapist. Most people experience no side effects. Occasionally, some might feel a slight redness or irritation on the skin where the pads were placed, which quickly fades.

However, like all medical treatments, there are certain situations where IFT should not be used (these are called contraindications). Our physiotherapists will always conduct a thorough assessment to ensure IFT is safe and appropriate for you. Common contraindications for Interferential Therapy (IFT) include:

• Patients with pacemakers or other implanted electrical devices.

• During pregnancy (over the abdomen/back).

• Over areas with active cancer.

• Over broken skin or areas with severe skin conditions.

• Over infected areas.

Your safety is always our priority, and we will only recommend IFT if it's suitable for your specific health condition.

Why Choose AdvanCell for IFT in Dhaka?

• Experienced Physiotherapists: Our team consists of highly skilled and trained professionals who specialize in applying Interferential Therapy effectively.

• Personalized Care: We don't believe in one-size-fits-all. Your IFT treatment will be tailored to your specific pain and condition.

• Modern Equipment: We use high-quality, clinically approved IFT machines to ensure safe and optimal results.

• Integrated Approach: IFT is often part of a larger physiotherapy plan, combined with manual therapy, exercises, and other modalities for comprehensive pain management.

• Comfortable & Caring Environment: We strive to make your treatment experience pleasant and reassuring in our clinic in Dhaka.

Ready to experience effective pain relief with IFT? Schedule your appointment for Interferential Therapy at AdvanCell in Dhaka today! Let us help you move towards a more comfortable and active life.

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