Interferential Therapy – Precision Stimulation for Lasting Relief
A Modern Classic in Rehabilitative Medicine
At Mid-Valley Chiropractic Allied Health Sciences, we proudly offer Interferential Therapy (IFT) — a trusted, non-invasive modality that uses gentle electrical currents to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and stimulate muscle recovery. Though its technology dates back decades, modern refinements have elevated interferential therapy to one of the most effective and comfortable therapeutic tools in chiropractic and rehabilitative medicine today.
Originally developed in the 1950s by German neurologists, interferential therapy was designed to treat deep neuromuscular pain and swelling without the discomfort often associated with early electrostimulation devices. Today, its precision and versatility have made it a cornerstone in clinics worldwide — used not only by chiropractors but also by physical therapists, orthopedic physicians, and sports medicine specialists to promote faster, safer recovery.
How Interferential Therapy Works
Unlike surface-level electrical stimulation, Interferential Therapy uses two slightly different medium-frequency currents that intersect beneath the skin to form a therapeutic “beat frequency.” This deep, rhythmic stimulation enhances circulation, increases cellular oxygenation, and blocks pain signals at the spinal level — all while promoting tissue healing and muscle relaxation.
The result is a comfortable, soothing sensation that encourages the body’s own regenerative processes, without needles, medication, or invasive procedures.
Conditions Interferential Therapy Can Support
IFT is remarkably adaptable and effective for a wide range of conditions, including:
Whiplash and soft-tissue trauma following motor vehicle accidents (MVAs)
Treatment-resistant muscle spasms or chronic muscular tension
Postural strain and repetitive-use injuries
Acute or chronic joint pain, bursitis, and tendonitis
Post-surgical rehabilitation or recovery from sprains and strains
By improving circulation and nerve function, interferential therapy accelerates the repair of damaged tissue and helps prevent long-term complications such as scar-tissue adhesions and chronic pain syndromes.
Interferential Therapy in Whiplash & Trauma Care
Our providers particularly value interferential therapy in the management of whiplash and other trauma-related injuries. It is an essential component of our standard MVA rehabilitation protocol, used to help break up fibrotic collagen cross-links and retrain injured muscle fibers. This process restores elasticity and normal movement to tissues affected by scarring and inflammation, reducing long-term stiffness and chronic pain.
In many cases, IFT serves as a bridge between the acute and rehabilitative stages of care — calming the nervous system while preparing the body for manual adjustments, therapeutic exercise, and medical massage.
A Course of Care Tailored to You
Each session of interferential therapy typically lasts 10–20 minutes, during which small electrode pads are placed over the affected area. Most patients describe the sensation as a relaxing, deep vibration or gentle pulsing.
A complete course of care usually involves multiple sessions per week during the acute phase, tapering as symptoms improve and tissue healing stabilizes.
Because interferential therapy enhances natural physiological processes, its effects often continue beyond the treatment window — helping to build structural resilience and reduce recurrence over time.
A Multimodal Approach to Whole-Body Healing
Chronic pain can have far-reaching effects — limiting mobility, disrupting sleep, and impacting emotional well-being. At Mid-Valley Chiropractic Allied Health Sciences, we take a multimodal and holistic approach, combining interferential therapy with chiropractic adjustment, rehabilitative exercise, and medical massage for comprehensive healing.
We may also recommend ergonomic adjustments, workplace modifications, and targeted stretching routines to support long-term balance and comfort.
Advanced Rehabilitation with a Human Touch
Both Dr. Marisa Aptecker and Dr. Gabriel Wilson are extensively trained in interferential therapy protocols, using this technology alongside advanced chiropractic methods to create custom treatment plans that are precise, compassionate, and effective.
Whether you’re recovering from injury or managing chronic pain, our goal is to restore not just movement — but confidence, strength, and quality of life.
Redefining Recovery Through Innovation and Care
Interferential therapy embodies the best of modern chiropractic rehabilitation: scientifically grounded, non-invasive, and profoundly restorative. As we continue to expand our suite of regenerative technologies, we remain guided by one mission — to help you live, move, and feel your very best.