ACTIVATION
Help an inhibited muscle produce a clearer contraction after pain, swelling, injury, or surgery.
NMES / MUSCLE ACTIVATION
Help the right muscle
turn back on.
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) uses targeted electrical stimulation to support muscle activation and coordination during physical therapy.
PFPT / ACTIVATE / COORDINATEWHY PFPT USES NMES
Restore the signal.
Rebuild the movement.
After injury, surgery, pain, or swelling, a muscle may struggle to activate efficiently. NMES can assist that contraction while your practitioner coaches you through an active movement or exercise.
The goal is not passive stimulation. It is better activation that supports movement, strength, and a confident return to activity.
COORDINATION
Pair stimulation with active movement to reinforce timing and movement quality.
EARLY RECOVERY
Support rehabilitation when voluntary muscle output is temporarily limited.
PROGRESSION
Create a stronger foundation for later strength, loading, and return-to-activity work.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Active care,
supported by technology.
Your clinician places electrodes over the target muscle, adjusts the intensity to an appropriate level, and integrates stimulation with an active task. The exercise and dosage are selected for your stage of recovery.
See the PFPT StandardCOMMON USES
Rebuild control
before adding demand.
- Improving muscle activation after injury or surgery
- Supporting swelling management and early recovery
- Restoring coordination and movement quality
- Preparing for progressive strength and return-to-activity work
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