Once thought to be “alternative” treatment, acupuncture is now regarded as a standard mode of pain relief, used by professionals in the NHS as well as in private clinics.
The picture below shows the treatment of back pain using a series of needles inserted into special points in the back.
Stretching joints and muscles, massage, and friction all aim to aid recovery. The picture below shows the joints of the back and pelvis being mobilised by stretching and rotation.
Ultrasound works by the use of high frequency sound waves to massage the internal tissues more effectively than the external use of hands. It also stimulates the circulation in the affected area.
The picture below shows the ultrasonic treatment of the medial collateral ligament of the knee.
