IMS Treatment

Experienced IMS Physio Practitioners in Vancouver

WHAT IS IMS TREATMENT AND HOW CAN IT HELP?

For those in Vancouver seeking effective relief from acute and chronic pain, including pain stemming from car accidents, Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) treatment offers a scientifically based neurophysiological approach.

IMS therapy involves the precise insertion of fine, acupuncture-like needles into muscles that have shortened or contracted. This technique, often referred to as "dry needling," has helped many of our patients find relief from various types of pain.

IS IMS RIGHT FOR YOU?

IMS physiotherapy can help relax and release tight muscles, as well as improve circulation to the treated area. IMS therapy is often recommended for patients experiencing chronic musculoskeletal pain such as lower back pain, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic whiplash, sciatica, fibromyalgia, and more.

While this list is not exhaustive, the benefits of IMS treatment can extend to a wide array of issues for our Vancouver patients.

However, IMS is generally not advised for individuals in suffering pain as a result of cancer, arthritis, diabetes, or Parkinson’s disease. Pregnant women and those recovering from surgery or infection are also typically advised against IMS therapy. We encourage you to talk to your physiotherapist at our Vancouver clinic to determine if this treatment is the right option for you.