Microcurrent

Microcurrent
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Electricity is everywhere in the universe—including in our bodies. It is in our brains, hearts, and cells. Each cell has a tiny electrical charge. Trauma, injury, or the aging process can hamper the cells’ ability to store this electrical charge, resulting in pain, inflammation, or lack of muscular strength.
 
Microcurrent recharges these cells, restoring the natural flow of energy in the body. It can also amplify the effectiveness of the acupuncture needles.

The History of Microcurrent

Carlos Matteucci first discovered in the 1830s that wounds disrupt electrical currents in the body. He felt this proves that electrical current helps injured tissue regrow. Read more about his study here. 

It wasn’t until 100 years later, in the 1930s, that the Japanese started using microcurrent on its soldiers during WWII when they had broken bones. Dr. Reinhold Voll of Germany made the first commercial device in the 1960s, only 60 years ago.

So, nope—microcurrent isn’t Traditional Chinese Medicine. However, it can still be a beneficial addition to an acupuncture treatment, especially for wound and bone healing.

Some More Recent Studies

In the Western world, electrical implants have even been used to stimulate nerves around an injury. This has allowed paralyzed patients to walk again! Check out the study here. Another study showed how it can stimulate the brain to help release stem cells. This study helped to gain new insight into the cells’ healing properties. Read more about the review here.

I use microcurrent when a patient has pain that seems to be “stuck” and doesn’t respond within just a couple of acupuncture sessions.