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Inter Ferential Therapy (IFT)

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Inter Ferential Therapy (IFT) uses a Mid frequency - current for treatment.

Where useful?
Individuals with
  1. Pain
  2. Muscles spasm (pain and tightness)
  3. Swelling
  4. Muscles strain

Where it should not be used?
If the Treatment area has:
  1. Localised wounds
  2. Unhealed scar
  3. Recent cuts
  4. Skin infections
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Posted by:  faizan43  Posted on: 03/23/2013
i have muscular atrophy in my both hand, i cant hold anything and close my figure.anyone advice my how to recover from it.Or any way of treatment??



Posted by:  kdharmarajan1947  Posted on: 03/22/2013
For lumbar spondylosis, I've been advised IFT as part pf physio therapy. I find however that IFt sometimes hurts [as if someone pricks me with a pin]while it is on in specific areas. Is it ok? Should I ask to reduce the intensity ..? I should add I do feel a certain degree of comfort once the therapy is over..



Posted by:  aamer(Guest)  Posted on: 10/28/2012
i am having partial muscletear in shoulder with supraspinatus tendon whether it can be cured by interferential therapy.


Posted by:  inhomeo  Posted on: 10/28/2012
IN HOMOEOPATHY THEIR IS MEDICINES WHICH IS VERY USEFUL IN TENDON INJURIES




Posted by:  rano3165  Posted on: 09/17/2012
I am suffering from spondilitis,with severe pain in my neck,left shoulder blade and hand. I am undergoing IFT. The pain is less than before but is still there. Is there a better treatment which will have lasting effect.


Posted by:  VAIBHAV5  Posted on: 11/25/2012
yes u should do regularly physio therapy workout. at least 4 to 5 day in a week. after finish workout apply hot water formantation to u neck and shoulder.




Posted by:  sppuri  Posted on: 07/30/2012
i felt unbalanced ,when i bent or up stood,went to hospital,doctor done many test,spending rs15 throusand,could not find the reason,my ortho just used ift pulling neck for 10minutes daily for 7days i passed four years,without any problem.today again while standing from bed ,while changing side on bed ,felt unbalance,not getting fit treatment nearby,what to do,doctors declare it,bp,heart done many test ,no to any result,can i buy my own ift use at home with the hekp of good physiotherapist.reply thanks,,



Posted by:  khinmyatnoe(Guest)  Posted on: 07/18/2012
Hi I am physiotherapy student in myanmar. I would like to know about latest modalities and techniques.Please reply me



Posted by:  pritish21  Posted on: 05/09/2012
I want to learn about IFT in order to treat myself .what do i need to do ?please recommnd.



Posted by:  Angaraian  Posted on: 05/07/2012
I have been diagnosed with tendinitis of right thumb making it near impossible to carry out every day functions. For the past 4 months undergoing IFT, ultrasound and lazer therapy with manipulation by the therapist. Shown tremendous improvement. Question is how long should one continue this routine without side effects. I am 60. Please respond. Thanks


Posted by:  studentofphysio(Guest)  Posted on: 08/08/2012
i m a 2nd yr bpt student....i suggest that the treatment seasion should be depends on your satges of improvement....




Posted by:  bennyreji  Posted on: 04/05/2012
spinal flexion ex's will help u. traction and ift or swd is not a problem. but u should do ex's also



Posted by:  kitcha  Posted on: 04/01/2012
i am having chronic pain in my right shoulder and arm. the doctor told me to give ift treatment. my wife is also having problem in her left leg, for that also doctor suggested traction and ift. i have purchased the traction kit. but in kumbakonam it is very expensive for ift treatment. reliable physio therapist is not available here. we have to wait for a long time. so i want to puchase 1 ift equipment on my own. what is your suggestion. can you help me to buy one equipment cheaply and effectively.


Posted by:  bennyreji  Posted on: 04/05/2012
apply traction is not a problem for u. in i.f.t there r somany settings depends your pain to set. self use is very difficult for u



Posted by:  monish(Guest)  Posted on: 07/16/2012
It gives pain relief for 5 to 6 days only. Use hot packs and hydrocollateral packs.




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