Träbert currents – effective electrotherapy for muscle relaxation and pain relief
Träbert currents are a special type of low-frequency electrotherapy that uses a current with a frequency of 143 Hz and a direct current component. This combination has significant analgesic and myorelaxing effects , making it one of the most popular procedures in rehabilitation and spa practice.
How Träbert currents work:
During the procedure, rubber electrodes wrapped in a damp cloth are applied to the affected area of the body. A low-frequency current passes through these electrodes, which gently stimulates nerve endings and muscle fibers. The result is muscle tension relief , improved blood circulation , and pain relief .
Effects of Träbert currents:
- Instant relief of stiff muscles
- Reduction or elimination of pain in the affected area
- Improving microcirculation and tissue nutrition
- Support healing after injuries and surgeries
- Overall relaxation and improved mobility
Indications (when to use):
- Chronic and acute spinal pain
- Muscle spasms and blockages
- Rheumatic pain
- Post-traumatic conditions and postoperative rehabilitation
- Neuralgia and pain of nerve origin
Contraindications:
The procedure is not performed on patients with pacemakers or other electronic implants, in acute infections, febrile conditions, open wounds, tumors, and during pregnancy.
Träbert currents are a gentle but very effective form of electrotherapy that provides rapid relief from pain and tension. In spa and rehabilitation facilities, they are often combined with massages, therapeutic exercises or thermotherapy to achieve a long-term effect.The treatment method "Träbault's currents" is performed in the following spas and wellness hotels: |