Q: What is Diathermy?
A: It is a form of shotwave electro-magnetic energy used to raise the temperature of certain soft tissues below the surface of the skin.

Q: How does Diathermy work?
A: Unlike aheat lamp, the Diathermy energy field passes through the softer tissues near the surface of the body, turning into heat when reaching the more dense tissues below the surface. This increases blood circulation and can help speed the healing process.

Q: What does Diathermy feel like?
A; It should feel pleasantly warm, but not hot. The healing warmth penetrates clothing and skin, reaching tissues below the surface

Q: Why is Diathermy used?
A; Diathermy is an effective form of adjunctive therapy. It relaxes muscles and connective tissue. It can help increase range of motion, reduces muscle spasms and cramping, and makes movement and stretching less painful.

Patient Benefits

· Can help speed the healing process
· Dilates blood vessels for improved circulation
· Stimulates white blood cell production
· Increases metabolism and waste removal
· Helps prevent adhesions and scar tissue

Conditions that are commonly treated
· Ear infections
· Sore throat
· Bronchitis
· Diabetic Ulcers