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In physical therapy and sports medicine, Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) is a powerful tool for supporting muscle recovery, enhancing rehabilitation, and improving physical performance. According to this resource by the University of Queensland, electrical muscle stimulation is similar to electrical nerve stimulation and works as a bridge to conventional exercise.
EMS is an alternating electrical current (AC) or modulated direct current (DC) that passes through the tissues for pain relief. The difference is that the intensity is significantly higher and leads to more muscle contractions.
In this blog, we’ll explore how EMS works, its many applications in physical therapy and performance enhancement, and the range of EMS and TENS machines available at Access Health. Whether you’re recovering from injury, supporting a loved one in rehab, or seeking tools to manage chronic pain, EMS technology could be the key to faster, safer healing.
What does the current supplied by an EMS machine do? Applied locally or to the entire body, TENS and EMS machines stimulate the muscles to contract through electrodes being placed onto the skin, preventing muscle wasting when they will not work by themselves. The EMS machine is especially useful if your muscles are expected to work later on.
The current (in most cases) exhibits pain in the tissues surrounding these electrodes, and higher intensities stimulate rhythmic contractions which can re-educate muscles, help muscle atrophy, boost muscle strength, and improve range of motion.
In this study by the National Institute of Health, 39 participants completed a study testing the effects of electrical muscle stimulation. Here were the results:
In conclusion, EMS seems to be a safe and reasonable option for improving physical fitness in healthy individuals.
EMS is done with an electrical device that should only be provided by a qualified practitioner.
Although an EMS machine isn’t new to rehabilitation, recent advancements in technology have made it more effective than ever before. But why else do so many choose to use these units?
An EMS machine supports patients in reactivating dormant muscles (for example, breaking a pelvic floor and needing to learn how to walk).
It strengthens underused muscles, enhances joint stability, and helps coordination, so it is often integrated into physical therapy and performance training.
No matter your age or recovery goal, the right EMS machine and application can help you. Whether you’re a professional athlete aiming to heighten performance or dealing with chronic pain, you’ll probably be able to find an EMS machine at Access Health that can help you.
EMS machines are widely used to reduce pain, inflammation, and the recovery period after surgeries or injury by increasing blood flow to affected areas, flushing out waste and bringing any nutrients that support healing for patients.
Here is a snapshot of some of the types of EMS Machines you can order from us–please click on the product links for more information and detailed specs.
Designed for pelvic floor exercise and features 3 custom programmes plus 9 preset continence programmes. Choose from the Pelvitone Stim Unit or the Veriprobe to suit your treatment needs.
Strengthens muscles and assists in muscle toning, muscle rehabilitation and possible cellulite reduction. It features 21 pre-set sports programmes and 3 customisable programmes to suit your needs.
You can also buy the lighter NeuroTrac® Sports EMS, which is smaller and more affordable, but comes with 15 programmes instead of 21.
This lightweight, reliable and powerful digital dual-channel TENS machine provides pain relief and light EMS using a convenient hand trigger. It’s very small and fits in the palm of your hand for the ultimate convenience.
This TENS machine can be used for mild pain relief during labour, as well as providing an effective distraction from contractions. TENS therapy can also help reduce the lower back pain that so many women suffer from during the third trimester.
Treat general pain using this TENs machine. It is a simple and practical unit offering a wide range of pain management techniques, and offers high and low frequency, burst, continuous and modulated modes. Features 11 preset programmes and 3 customisable TENS programmes.
Choose from wave form (modified square wave with zero net direct current (DC) component) or pulse amplitude (constant current 0 to 80Ma each channel, adjustable (500ohm) ). All values have a 10% /- tolerance.
This dual-channel device performs full-function TENS and EMS treatments. This TENS and EMS stimulator is one of the most advanced portable combo stims available!
This unit also performs both EMS and TENS treatments.
This TENS machine produces waves that are rectangular in constant current alternation biphasic with “0” net DC component.
This palm-sized unit has been specially designed for the pain relief of dysmenorrhea. It has a belt clip and a discrete auto shut-off function.
This machine can run two different TENS programmes at the same time, allowing you to blend high and low frequency pain relief treatments at once. Up to 5 phases can be configured for each of the three custom programmes.
This dual channel unit is suitable for a variety of pelvic floor-related complaints, including pelvic floor muscle strengthening, urinary and faecal incontinence, bladder frequency and urgency, lack of pelvic floor sensitivity, pelvic floor workouts, pain relief, and muscle strength and endurance.
We also sell a range of leads for your convenience.
Make sure to browse our wider electrotherapy category for equipment like ultrasound machines, spare electrodes, digital compression units, massagers, and lasers.
Operated and owned by the same Australian family since 1976, Access Health is always committed to the best in care for patients and healthcare professionals looking for the best EMS machines. We are ISO 9001 quality approved for a range of all budgets:
And more!
Supplying to private practices, hospitals, aged care, educational facilities or members of the public, we always go that extra mile for customers. We’re also a major supplier of Plinth Medical treatment couches, TRIBUTE medical carts and trolleys, RepBand latex-free resistance exercise bands and tubing, and more.
Contact us, shop by brand online today, or submit an NDIS order form!
Disclaimer: Access Health is not qualified to agree or deny whether this content is correct. For accurate information, consult your medical professional or provider.
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