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What is the purpose of electrical stimulation for an injury?

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Dr. Angelo Mitsos answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Several: This modality can increase blood flow to the injured part and can help relax muscle spasms. Electrical stimulation would also contract muscles and help prevent muscle atrophy thus helping to prevent blood clots.

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Answered 4/24/2015

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