MICROCURRENT
What Is Microcurrent?
Microcurrent is a non-invasive and painless technology providing sub-sensational stimulation through a “micro (small)-current”. This stimulation restores your body’s own natural energy stores through detoxification and rebuilding cells which enables greater healing on multiple levels like metabolism and stress reduction.
The current works with naturally occurring energy patterns in the body by way of the acupuncture meridian system. Through these specifically chosen points we work with the energy in the body to decrease any systemic inflammation, decongest organs and systems, and increase ATP (the cell’s energy) by up to 500%!**
In conjunction with proper nutrition, microcurrent facilitates a profound rebalancing of energy patterns. Depending upon what your goals are, we offer 8 microcurrent protocols, to help improve your health and overall vitality. Each session is one hour long and will leave you relaxed and rejuvenated.
NWHS Microcurrent Protocols (each session is 45 to 50 minutes, scheduled for 1 hour)
Weight Loss – Detoxify your lymphatic system, reduce inflammation to the weight loss organs and eliminate cravings. The Microcurrent Weight Loss Program is a total of 12 sessions occurring weekly and includes a 12 week weight loss meal plan and nutrition coaching with your Nutritionist before each session.
Stress Relief – Reduce stress hormones and inflammation due to emotional imbalances. The Stress Relief Microcurrent Program includes stress management techniques recommended by your Nutritionist before each session. This program is a total of 6 sessions and it is recommended to do two sessions a week, the first two weeks and then once a week for two weeks for maximum results.
Digestive Repair – Soothe and repair the digestive tract and reduce inflammation in order to heal a leaky gut, great for clients with Autoimmune conditions. For optimal results at least 6 weekly sessions are recommended for optimal healing and digestive repair.
Digestive Repair 2.0 – Similar to the original protocol, however, this protocol targets the entire gastrointestinal system and great for anyone with digestive issues such as: bloating, inconsistent stools, stomach pain, acid reflux and GERD. For optimal results, at least 6 weekly sessions are recommended.
Sleep Repair – Fall asleep faster and stay asleep by calming and cooling your nervous system. This protocol is great for those that have a challenging time falling and or staying asleep. The Sleep Repair Program is 6 sessions and it is recommended that weeks one and two, two sessions are performed and then two weekly sessions thereafter.
Energy Restoration – Tonify your adrenals and clear exhaustion from the body. Rejuvenate your body and mind with the Energy Restoration Microcurrent Program. Six to twelve weekly sessions are recommended for maximum benefit and energy restoration.
Immune Enhancement – Decongest the lymphatic, respiratory and immune system for both acute and chronic issues. Immune boosting tips are also provided. For optimal results, at least 12 consecutive sessions are recommended.
Balance – Revitalize the natural homeostatic and hormonal responses in the body to achieve optimal health goal. The Balance Microcurrent Program is wonderful for anyone dealing with hormonal imbalances. For optimal results, at least 6-12 weekly sessions are recommended.
*Microcurrent is NOT recommended for:
Epilepsy/clients experiencing seizures
Individuals going through cancer treatment
Pregnant women
Clients with active bleeding areas
Individuals with a cardiac device (pacemaker/defibrillator)
What are the benefits?
Microcurrent speaks intimately with the Qi, or the innate cellular energy of the body. It is a supportive treatment to the body. Other benefits are:
Promotes healing
Improves circulation
Reduces inflammation
Absorbed directly and efficiently into the body
What technically is Microcurrent?
A microcurrent is an electrical charge measured in millionths of an amp. Microcurrent is the innate electrical charge in our body. Our brainwave and heartbeat are examples of our internal microcurrent. By comparison, a TENS unit and the EMG muscle test utilize milliamp current which is 1,000 x’s greater than microcurrent. Microcurrent is a physical therapy modality that has been used for the past 20 years. It originally dates back to the early 1900’s and the work of Dr. Albert Abrams.
Is Microcurrent painful?
No, microcurrent is sub-sensational. The current is so gentle it does not stimulate the sensory nerves and register as a pain signal. This is why we don’t feel the microcurrent charges of our brainwaves and electrical charge in our hearts or nerves.
What are frequencies and how do they work?
Frequencies are a measurement of an electrical charge. The microcurrent we use at our office delivers frequencies within a range of .01 to 999 Hz. Think of a piano key hammer striking the piano wire. The result is a frequency that produces an audible sound, and distinct pitch and tone. Microcurrent frequencies seem to be able to resonate with biologic tissue and change the structure of the tissue when the frequency is correct. Once the tissue is corrected and stable it seems to be able to stay in the new configuration. Specific frequencies target specific tissues and conditions in the tissues. The various frequencies of body tissues have been mapped enabling treatment to be frequency specific. For example, in The Ideal Weight Program, we use frequencies to stimulate movement (50 Hz) of the lymph (13 Hz).
What is the intensity setting?
Intensity refers to the amount of pressure pushing the microcurrent into the body. Think of water in a garden hose that can be turned up high or down to a trickle. The intensity range of our microcurrent we use in the office is 25 uA to 600 uA. The adage that “more is better” is not a given with microcurrent.
Are there side effects?
Because microcurrent increases cellular metabolism quickly, although it is rare, some clients may experience a detox-like reaction experienced as fatigue or flu-like symptoms. Generally, these side effects are short in duration. They may appear within 90 minutes and last up to 24 hours. No lasting adverse reactions have been reported. Microcurrent has a history of being safe and effective.