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EMS, Electronic Muscle
Stimulation
Neuromuscular Stimulation Therapy
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EMS
1000 Plus - EMS1000
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Digital
EMS Medtrim - TS1311
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UStim
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This type of stimulation is characterized by a low volt stimulation
targeted to stimulate motor nerves to cause a muscle contraction.
EMS differs from TENS in that it is designed to stimulate muscle motor
nerves, while TENS is designed to stimulate sensory nerve endings
to help decrease pain.
What Is EMS?
E.M.S.
stands for Electrical Muscle Stimulation. EMS is predominately used
by doctors and physical therapists to prevent, or reduce, muscle atrophy.
Atrophy is the weakening and loss of muscle tone, which is usually
experienced after surgeries or injuries. EMS has proven to be an effective
means of preventing muscle atrophy. Doctors also see EMS as a means
of increasing blood flow to muscles, increasing range of motion, increasing
muscle strength, as well as enhancing muscle endurance. EMS will have
pain management attributes in regards to muscle related pain, such
as a spastic muscle, sore muscles, or tight muscles. A TENS device
is more suited for nerve related pain conditions (acute and chronic
conditions).
While using the EMS, the brain sends a nerve impulse to the "motor
point" of your muscle. This signal is a message to the muscles
to expand and contract. Electrodes are placed over the motor points
of the muscle group to be exercised. When the stimulation is applied
through the pads, the signal finds its way to these motor points and
causes the muscle to expand and contract. This makes it possible to
duplicate a conventional exercise, similar to an isometric exercise.
During an exercise, your brain sends a message down the spinal cord
through the nerves with all the muscles you're using that causes them
to relax and contract. This is called voluntary muscle action. Your
brain is controlling the muscle.
Electrical muscle stimulation uses an outside electrical source that
stimulates the nerves to send signals to your muscle to expand and
contract. This is done by sending electrical current through self
adhesive electrodes placed over the muscle. The current passes through
your skin to the nerves in that area, causing the muscle to expand
and contract.
Studies have shown that EMS stimulates large nerve axons (long outgrowths
of a nerve cell body), some of which you cannot stimulate voluntarily.
It is possible that EMS might allow for additional muscle hypertrophy
(increased development of tissue by enlargement, without multiplication
of cells).
EMS can increase muscle hypertrophy (growth), endurance and strength.
EMS may be used only for this or with regular weight training by aiding
recovery and helping muscles grow and get stronger. EMS can increase
body temperature, heart rate and metabolism (promoting energy and
fat absorption from the body).
How
Does EMS Work?
Normally when you perform an exercise,
your brain sends a message through your spinal cord to nerves indicating
muscles to contract. EMS uses electrical impulses to stimulate the
nerve axons. These impulses reach the nerve axons, signaling the
muscles to contract and relax rhythmically as instructed by the
EMS unit. EMS actually stimulates muscles that you can not normally
exercise voluntarily. This allows you to train muscles that may
normally have little activity. Will
EMS Improve My Physical Appearance?
EMS is widely used by bodybuilders
and other athletes as a supplement to strength training. Olympic
athletes have been utilizing EMS to enhance their training for over
twenty years. EMS is used to increase muscle tone and endurance.
For best results, many bodybuilders use EMS in conjunction with
working out. A rhythmic pumping of the muscles, produced by the
EMS unit, helps deliver nutrients and oxygen to the muscles. Concurrently,
waste products such as lactic acid are pumped out of the muscles.
This increased blood flow to the muscles cuts down on recovery time
and promotes healthy muscle activity. Bodybuilders also frequently
use EMS for the relaxation of muscle spasms. EMS provides an increase
in range of motion, which reduces the chance of injury. Men and
Women are increasingly using EMS to enhance their appearance by
toning their abdominal and chest muscles.
What is the difference between our EMS device and the ones displayed
on T.V. EMS was traditionally used by physical therapists and physicians
to aid in the recovery of muscle related injuries. Just Recently,
the fitness industry has captured the muscle stimulation/growth
attribute of the EMS, and has attached outrageous marketing claims
such as "six pack abs in six weeks". EMS will help achieve
muscle toning results; however you must supplement your therapy
with a normal workout.
The "As seen on T.V." EMS devices (i.e. Abtronic, Ab Energizer,
Ab Buster, Ab Belt, Ab Toner etc…) lack the output parameters
and controls that the EMS 1000plus has. More so, the mere design
of these "As seen on T.V." stimulation belts inhibit the
versatility of their function. For example, an Ab belt can not be
used to treat a sore knee or shoulder. Most of all, the electrodes
that are used on these devices are of very poor quality, and the
warranties are almost non-existent. How
Can I Get an EMS Unit?
EMS is available
to everyone. EMS is covered by most insurance policies. Please Click
here to check your coverage.
Supplies
Approved patients will receive monthly
supply shipments of electrodes and batteries at no charge. If at
any time during the month you run low on supplies, or if you need
a different style of electrode, simply call toll free 888-267-5422.
Average monthly usage is: two packs of two inch round electrodes,
one butterfly electrode, and two batteries. We can customize monthly
supply amounts of various styles and sizes upon request. Keep in
mind, best results are realized through proper use and high quality
supplies. We are here to assist your needs.
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We will do our best to same day ship all orders received before noon, and on all special requests.
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All of our products are backed with either a 1 year or 5 year warranty
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Dual Channel, Three Mode, EMS UNIT
- Pair of lead wires
- 1 package of high quality 2" round electrodes (4 per
pack)
- 2 packages of high quality 3" round Electrodes (4 per
pack)
- 1 9v battery
- Electrode placement guide and Instructional information
- Carrying case
- Users manual
- Belt clip
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Channels: Duel isolated between channels.
- Intensity: (Amplitude): Adjustable 0-(80+or-10) mA peak into
500 ohm load each channel.
- Pulse Rate: (Frequency): (Adjustable) (2+or-1) Hz~ (120+or-20%)Hz.
- Pulse Width: (Duration): (250+or-10%) microseconds fixed each
pulse.
- On Ramp: The time required to reach the pulse width value
(250+or-10%)us and amplitude setup value can be selected to
be 1-8 seconds for Channel 1. The ramp can't be selected on
Channel 2 when Alternation function is used.
- Cycle On Time: Adjustable (1+or-0.5) ~ (30+or-20%)seconds.
- Cycle Off Time: Adjustable (1+or-0.5) ~ (45+or-20%)seconds.
- Mode: (Three modes) Synchronous (S), Constant (C) and Alternation
(A).
- Battery: One 9 volts battery (alkaline).
- Size: 24.5x60.5x98.5mm. |
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or retard disuse atrophy, strengthening programs, reeducate
muscles, postop orthopedic surgery, joint replacement, gait
training, shoulder subluxation and reduction of muscle spasms. |
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