Tag: aspiration

  • TECHNIQUES FOR EFFECTIVE NEEDLE INSERTION AND REMOVAL

    TECHNIQUES FOR EFFECTIVE NEEDLE INSERTION AND REMOVAL

    Acupuncture needles are stainless steel, usually disposable, and tipped with steel or copper. They vary in length and are so fine that you should not feel discomfort when they are inserted. Needles can be inserted from a few millimeters to up to twelve centimeter or four inches. As acupuncture points are usually close to the…

  • Vitalstim

    Vitalstim

    VitalStim is a specific type of electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) therapy that is used to treat dysphagia, which is difficulty swallowing. The therapy uses low-voltage electrical current to stimulate the muscles used for swallowing, which can help to improve muscle strength and function. In this article, we will discuss the mechanism of action, applications, benefits,…