Hands-Free Ultrasound & Muscle Stimulator

The term ultrasound refers to acoustic vibrations above those frequencies that are not available to the human ear, those which penetrate into the deeper layers of the tissue. These effects may be summarized as follows;

  1. micro massage
  2. analgesic
  3. a breakdown of scar tissue
  4. increased oxidation

microdestruction of tissue deposits

BIOFREEZE®

Lightly massage BIOFREEZE® into all sides of sore muscles. For joint pain, fully coat the area. When flexibility is decreased due to injury or arthritis, massage in and around the joint. BIOFREEZE® is particularly effective in lessening arthritis pain.

BIOFREEZE® can be used up to 4 times per day. When using tape, wraps or supports, be sure all materials are breathable. Never use nonporous materials when treating painful areas.

Click here to read all about BIOFREEZE® from their website.

Kinesiotape [Click here to read about this therapy.]
Using the science of Kinesiology, the idea of treating the muscles in order to activate the body's own healing process stirred the concept of Kinesiotape.


Tens - transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

A procedure where an electrical current is passed across the skin. TENS is intended for the symptomatic relief of a large number of painful syndromes.




Fort Street Family Chiropractic
1007 Fort St., Victoria, BC 
Phone: 250.382.0018

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Dr. K. M. Gustavson



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