- "We're talking about an electric current that goes through the muscles? Brrr it does not go to the head ... ". - "Ah, can we sit while muscling?"
Scam or Miracle? Not so fast.
It's like Yin and Yang, in lwhethere everyleang is not all black or white ...
Electrostimulation has fastly scare many, it's true. And yet, do you know where we find this method? At the kines! And yes, they use it to treat problems related to muscle pain. But it's not just them! Osteopaths and doctors too, figure you!
It can improve blood circulation, slightly increase muscle volume (in addition to a sports activity, eh ... This is not an article signed TV Achat), and relieve injuries ... Some physiotherapists use electrostimulation to soothe and treat lumbago, back pain, or tendonitis ...
For more serious cases, this technique may be useful for gently soliciting muscles during or after a long period of immobilization, for example following an operation. This is a great way to limit muscle atrophy, when you can not contract the muscles voluntarily.
How does it work?
Electrostimulation is sending an electric current to the muscle. This will then contract in a non-voluntary way unlike voluntary contractions sent by your nervous system during physical exertion. Your muscle contracts in various ways; pliometric, concentric, eccentric, isometric (static) or stato-dynamic (... Do not worry, these are just technical terms, that you do naturally during a workout.).
On a voluntary sequence, the brain transmits electrical signs. On electrostimulation, it is the stimulator that takes care of it (via electrical impulses).
To do this, we will use electrodes, normally two or more, that we will place on the muscle. But no matter how, do not stick to it everywhere,
to the one again, on your butt, yes, I see you coming Beyoncé ... It will therefore follow summaryely the indications.
What is this for ?
Electrostimulation accompanies a muscular reinforcement or accompanies a reeducation. I insist on the word accompanied, because it is a complement only.
That said, do not underestimate the beast, the work is intense.
How to use it ?
At each electro-stimulator its guide. Depending on your purpose; strength, endurance, explosiveness, the session will not run the same way. On the other hand, there are basic rules to respect such as the summarye placement of the electrodes, the position of your body, you do not work on a shortened muscle. One often imagines a session where one would sit, but in fact there are a lot of positions. There are even programs where we will use electrostimulation while being active, during a session of bodybuilding for example. Do not do your housework or other at this time, we stay focused even whether the chosen position is "passive". Intensity and regularity will be advised via the guide.
You can also use electrostimulation after an intense exercise session to better recover. There is also the opportunity of using the massage function that will fight against feelings of fatigue and relax.
Finally, it helps to fight against joint, muscle and tendon pain. As I said earlier, physiotherapists use electrostimulation to help their patients.
Does it hurt?
It's surprising ! Depending on the intensity used and the work program chosen (via the guide provided), you will have feelings of contractions, beating, or tingling. Here you are reascertaind, it does not hurt, but however, we will not lie, it is not necessarily pleasant.
The benefits of electrostimulation
- No constraints on the joints, there is no shock,
- This limits the risk of joint or muscle injury,
- It fights against muscular atrophy,
- It improves blood circulation,
- It has a relaxing, relaxing effect, helping to recover,
- It relieves the pain,
- It helps with tone and muscle building,
- It contributes to the development of endurance, resistance, explosiveness and strength.
My preferences
Electrostimulation devices are fitting more popular and are now accessible to all. Depending on the brand and the device, the technology is more or less advanced. It is therefore on this point that it will be essential to pay attention. I recommend these two brands;
-Compex (which is a professional brand and therefore more expensive)
-Bluetens (which is a French brand, specificly used by physiotherapists)
scammers
Beware of "Made in China" or other brands. (Endelight what you see in the picture of the article here) Also, it is not strange to see releases on networks promising muscle gain. Beware of scams. Prefer-generally-to buy small, but quality.
Conclusion
The electro-stimulator is therefore effective for maintaining an alalert acquired muscle, but specificly for recovery. I will recommend to startners to get to know his body, and his muscles before getting a machine for abs to concrete. Check alalert what's in your kitchen. You know the saying, the body is also built via food!
If you want to get into it, do not hesitate to be followed by a physio. If the goals are consistent, it can complement your sport routine and be interesting. Do not lose sight of it as it can help draw your muscles, but it will not build them.
Finally, whether you are injured, it is a method that is proven in terms of pain (muscle relief).
Note: for the elderly, it allows to solicit the muscles smoothly.
Electrostimulation is not suitable for everyone.
If you wear a pacemaker or whether you are epileptic, pay attention to this tool. It is also not recommended for pregnant women. I advise you to meet a doctor before starting alone.
Also be wary of the intensity you choose, whether it is too strong, you can burn yourself. There are gels for the application of the electrodes.
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