DGS is a type of electrical stimulation therapy that uses direct current to create an electrical field over the treated area. This electrical field can theoretically change blood flow and move fluids, which can help to reduce swelling and pain. DGS is most commonly used for acute injuries associated with major tissue trauma, such as sprains, strains, and bruises. It can also be used to treat chronic conditions, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and diabetic foot
Features
- Uses direct current to create an electrical field
- Can be beneficial for a variety of conditions, including acute injuries, edema reduction, and pain relief
- Has a unique twin-peak monophasic waveform with very short pulse duration (microseconds)
- Therapeutic voltage is greater than 100 volts
- Allows relatively comfortable stimulation
- Provides an efficient means of exciting sensory, motor, and pain-conducting nerve fibers
- Perceptual discrimination of those responses is relatively easy to achieve
- Can be used to treat deep tissues without producing tissue damage
