Frequency-Specific Microcurrent (FSM)

Frequency-Specific Microcurrent (FSM) is a gentle, advanced therapy that uses extremely low levels of electrical current to support the body’s healing process and relieve pain. What sets FSM apart from other electrical therapies is its precision: instead of broadly stimulating tissue, it delivers carefully selected frequencies that correspond to specific tissues and conditions within the body. This targeted approach is intended to encourage cellular repair and help the body restore normal function more efficiently.

FSM is based on the idea that the body’s tissues and systems operate with distinct electrical and electromagnetic patterns. Injury, stress, or illness can disrupt these patterns, contributing to pain or dysfunction. By introducing specific frequencies through microcurrent, FSM aims to help reestablish healthy communication at the cellular level and support balance within the affected tissues.

How FSM Works

FSM therapy uses electrical currents in the microamp range—so small they are often imperceptible. Even though the sensation is minimal or nonexistent, research and clinical experience suggest these low-level currents may influence important cellular activities such as energy production, tissue repair, and inflammatory response.

During a session, FSM devices typically deliver current through two separate frequency channels. One frequency is selected to address the condition being treated (such as inflammation or muscle tension), while the second corresponds to the type of tissue involved (such as muscle, nerve, or connective tissue). Working together, these paired frequencies allow for a highly specific and adaptable treatment approach.

For instance, someone experiencing muscle inflammation may receive one frequency associated with calming inflammation and another matched to muscle tissue. This layered targeting is a hallmark of FSM and contributes to its broad clinical applications.

Conditions Commonly Addressed with FSM

FSM is frequently used to support healing in conditions involving pain, inflammation, and tissue injury, including:

• Chronic pain: Conditions such as fibromyalgia, arthritis, and myofascial pain often respond well, especially when other treatments have fallen short.
• Sports and soft-tissue injuries: FSM may help speed recovery from sprains, strains, and muscle tears by supporting tissue repair.
• Nerve-related pain: FSM is commonly used for nerve irritation and neuropathic pain, including sciatica and nerve entrapments.
• Inflammation and swelling: Targeting inflammation at the cellular level may help reduce swelling and improve mobility in issues like tendinitis, bursitis, and post-surgical recovery.
• Concussions and traumatic brain injuries: FSM has also been used as supportive care following head injuries, with the goal of reducing inflammation and encouraging neural recovery.

Benefits of FSM Therapy

• Non-invasive: FSM does not involve needles, medications, or surgery, making it a gentle option for many people.
• Low risk of side effects: Because the currents are so subtle, FSM is generally well tolerated and suitable for ongoing care.
• Highly individualized: Treatments can be customized to each person’s unique presentation, allowing for a more precise and responsive approach.
• Supports natural healing: By encouraging cellular repair and calming inflammation, FSM works with the body rather than overriding its processes, which may lead to faster and more sustainable recovery.

Contact the front desk to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if FSM is right for you!