Modalities are different applications of the following treatments to reduce swelling, pain, and help the healing process.
Ultrasound
Decreases pain, increase tissue elasticity, degrades scar, increases cellular activity and increases circulation.
Electrical Stimulation
Decreases pain, increases circulation and decreases edema.
Traction
Applied to the cervical or lumbar spine to decompress spinal segments or discs.
Ice Packs/Ice Massage
Decreases pain and decreases inflammation.