Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) is a needle technique developed right here in Canada! Although a similar sterile single use needle is used, the theory and treatment approach are different than acupuncture. IMS is used to target irritable muscles which have become shortened due to injury. Therefore, rather than needling traditional ‘acupuncture points’, IMS needles are placed directly into the affected muscles. It can be extremely effective in treating acute or chronic soft tissue pain.
Similar to acupuncture the number of treatments required depends on several factors, including the age of the injury. Each person’s body is unique, and responds in different ways to these techniques.