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Role of Interferential Therapy in Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Interferential Therapy in Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

IFT when elongated is known as interferential therapy. This is. Avery’s unique concept was birthed from physical therapy. Here, a clinician places electrode pads over the skin of the area that is meant to be treated and is currently weak. Once the electrode pads are attached to the electrode machine, two different currents of varying frequency are added to the patient’s body as a result of which his/her body responds in such a way that wherever these two currents pool together or are formed in proximity, a third current called interferential current is produced. This current has a healing capacity. 

What is Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and how can IFT at Gold Medal Physiotherapy cater to this? 

This is an umbrella term for a lot of different diseases that are mainly related to the structures in the pelvic region. These structures may be the ligaments, connective tissues or even muscles. A result of such weaknesses leads to the genesis of certain symptoms like urinary or faecal incontinence, pain or even sexual hindrance. For certain prominent and obvious reasons, the person can be affected deeply by these reasons. So it becomes essential to treat such conditions as soon as possible and one such way of doing so is by undertaking interferential therapy as it can prove to be very effective in a variety of ways. So let’s understand the same in the following sections.

Causes and symptoms of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction:

Causes:

1. Childbirth trauma

2. Chronic constipation

3. Heavy lifting

4. Chronic coughing

5. Pelvic surgery

Symptoms:

1. Urinary incontinence

2. Bowel incontinence

3. Pelvic pain

4. Pain during sexual intercourse

5. Constipation or difficulty with bowel movements

The different ways in which Interferential therapy may help : 

Interferential therapy can be instrumental in catering to pelvis floor dysfunction and help in a large number of ways. For example, by the seamless delivery of the right frequency current, interferential therapy may provide a major assistance in reducing the tension of muscles, their swelling and inflammation and this therapy may also help induce the release of certain analgesic hormones like endorphins. This eventually offers a lot of respite to the patient from his/her ailment 

How IFT at Gold Medal Physiotherapy will help reduce pain :

Generally, pelvic floor dysfunction is marked by a lot of pain. When a low-frequency current is administered then this current penetrates the tissues to block the pain signals and control the pain pathways that help in the transmission of these pain signals. Thus, the patient feels more comfortable 

How IFT at Gold Medal Physiotherapy offers Muscle rehabilitation:

Pelvic floor dysfunction often involves weakness or dysfunction of the pelvic floor muscles, leading to urinary or faecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, or sexual dysfunction. IFT can stimulate the pelvic floor muscles, promoting muscle contractions and relaxation. This helps strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and improve their coordination, leading to better bladder and bowel control.

How IFT at Gold Medal Physiotherapy will reduce inflammation?

Following a problem in the pelvic floor, there is generally a lot of swelling and inflammation. This can lead to a lot of torment for the patient. As discussed previously, IFT can have an intense impact on the transmission of pain signals and endorphin release, it can control the inflammation of the pelvic tissues as well. Therefore, IFT can help alleviate pain and improve the overall well-being of the patient 

Nerve stimulation effect of IFT : 

Following a pelvic floor dysfunction, a patient may experience a problem with their nerves. Though rare, it may still happen. We must be aware here that interferential therapy is useful in stimulating the nerves with large diameters as a result of which they can modulate the signals of pain and reduce the neuropathic symptoms. This can almost eliminate the feeling of burning or pain 

How at Gold Medal Physiotherapy, we empower our patients : 

We confer knowledge regarding interferential therapy to our patients and empower them to indulge in the same and take the rehabilitation process very seriously. By providing them with knowledge regarding the procedures and outcomes, we try to foster a more warm and comfortable environment for our patients so that they feel independent and consider taking charge of themselves 

 Interferential Therapy (IFT) offered at the Gurgaon branch of Gold Medal Physiotherapy is a valuable therapeutic modality in the management of pelvic floor dysfunction. By addressing pain, promoting muscle rehabilitation, improving blood circulation, and modulating nerve function, IFT contributes to comprehensive pelvic floor rehabilitation and enhances the overall quality of life for individuals affected by pelvic floor disorders. And since it’s crucial to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the suitability of IFT as part of an individualized treatment plan for pelvic floor dysfunction, contact us now