IMS - Intramuscular Stimulation

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Following reading the journal review of IMS (stimulation of a muscle to

cause relaxation, using acupuncture needles) my physio and I decided that I

should try it out, in particular to loosen off my the muscles around my shin

(and behind my shin, where the attachment point runs along the tibia and

under the foot - so a tight muscle can cause a pulled / high arch).

The experience is NOT for those who do not like EMGs. I found that the

needles not only stimulated my muscles but caused my nerves to fire like an

EMG - shock like sensations from my calf to big toe, etc.

I personally can tolerate the EMG so I had about 20 needles in each leg (a

" medium dose " ) working on my shins, peroneals, and to a lesser extent

calves. I am curious to feel the results which should become more obvious

tomorrow. Right now though, I walked home (physical activity was not

advised, but I did not feel too bad so walked anyway as she said if I felt

ok to do it), and the first difference I feel is that my feet felt more

relaxed. A lower arch sensation. Very strange! But pleasant.

I shall report back tomorrow!

Donna from London