What is Frequency Specific Microcurrent?

Mikey Nicholls

September 27, 2024

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3 min read

What is Frequency-Specific Microcurrent (FSM)?

I have been using FSM in my clinic for nearly 2 years now and I have noticed some incredible things from its use. I have used it as a fall back when “nothing else worked” and it has been the lynchpin to get people back on their feet. I have also used it on seemingly simple issues without any affect at all. For obscure pain and injury related issues such as ligamentous laxity around the neck and spine it is fantastic. Also for use in Speeding up the rate of injury repair I have seen recovery Times in soft tissue injuries cut in half. There is a limit as with any treatment it is a tool and not a cure all and overall I have found it has revolutionised the way I approach pain presentation in the body. But it highlights many problems which may be underlying such as energetic and emotional issues which need to be addressed for long term recovery.

As with any form of manual therapy and intervention, targeted rehabilitation is essential to long-standing recovery.

Frequency-Specific Microcurrent (FSM) is an innovative therapy that uses low-level electrical currents to treat a wide range of medical conditions and pain. Unlike traditional electrical therapies, FSM works at a micro-level, delivering specific frequencies that align with the unique needs of individual tissues and cells. The therapy is designed to promote cellular repair and accelerate the body's natural healing process.

FSM operates on the principle that every cell, tissue, and organ has its own electromagnetic frequency. When an injury or disease occurs, this frequency can become disrupted. FSM practitioners use this technology to identify and treat these disturbances by applying the corresponding frequencies to restore balance and function.

How Does FSM Work?

FSM therapy involves applying extremely low levels of electrical current, typically in the microampere range, which is one-millionth of an ampere. These currents are so subtle that they often can't be felt by the patient. However, the underlying science suggests that even at these low levels, FSM can influence cellular processes like energy production, protein synthesis, and tissue repair.

FSM uses two channels to deliver these currents, each set to specific frequencies. The combination of these channels is designed to address both the condition (e.g., inflammation, muscle spasm) and the tissue type (e.g., nerves, ligaments, muscles) being targeted.

For example, if someone is dealing with inflammation in a muscle, the FSM device might be set to a frequency known to reduce inflammation and another that aligns with the frequency of muscle tissue. This dual-frequency approach is what makes FSM particularly effective for a wide range of conditions.

Conditions Treated by FSM

FSM has been found useful in treating numerous conditions, particularly those involving pain and inflammation. Some of the common conditions treated with FSM include:

Chronic Pain: FSM has shown success in treating chronic pain conditions, including fibromyalgia, myofascial pain, and arthritis. It is particularly beneficial for patients who have tried other treatments with little success.
Sports Injuries: FSM can help accelerate the healing of soft tissue injuries, reducing recovery time for athletes suffering from sprains, strains, and muscle tears.
Nerve Pain: FSM is often used for treating neuropathic pain, including conditions like sciatica and nerve entrapments. By targeting the specific frequency of nerves, FSM may promote nerve repair and reduce pain.
Inflammation and Swelling: By targeting inflammation at the cellular level, FSM can help reduce swelling and improve mobility in patients with conditions such as tendinitis, bursitis, and post-surgical recovery.
Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): FSM has been used to support the recovery of brain tissue following concussions or other head trauma. It aims to reduce inflammation and promote neural repair.

Benefits of FSM Therapy

Non-Invasive: FSM is a non-invasive therapy, making it an attractive option for patients looking to avoid surgery or those with conditions that are difficult to treat with conventional methods.
Minimal Side Effects: Unlike medications, which often come with a host of side effects, FSM typically has minimal to no side effects, making it a safer alternative for long-term pain management and recovery.
Customizable: FSM treatments can be tailored to the specific needs of the patient, adjusting the frequencies to target particular tissues and conditions. This personalization can make it more effective than one-size-fits-all treatments.
Accelerated Healing: Many patients report faster recovery times after FSM therapy, particularly in cases of soft tissue injuries or post-surgical recovery. By promoting cellular repair and reducing inflammation, FSM supports the body’s natural healing processes.

Scientific Evidence and Skepticism

While many practitioners and patients have reported significant benefits from FSM, it's important to note that the therapy is still considered somewhat experimental. Some scientific studies support its efficacy, especially for pain relief and inflammation, but FSM has not yet been universally adopted by mainstream medicine owing to lack of scientific papers written on the subject. I find many of the end users are practitioners and not academic.

Critics argue that more large-scale, peer-reviewed studies are needed to fully validate its effectiveness. However, some evidence and smaller studies have consistently shown promising results, particularly for individuals with chronic conditions that haven’t responded to other treatments.

Conclusion

Frequency-Specific Microcurrent is an exciting frontier in medical treatment, offering a non-invasive, low-risk option for treating a wide variety of conditions. By tapping into the body's natural electromagnetic frequencies, FSM promotes cellular repair, reduces inflammation, and accelerates healing. While more research is needed to fully understand its mechanisms and applications, the current evidence suggests that FSM could be a valuable tool in pain management and recovery.

For anyone suffering from chronic pain, sports injuries, or nerve-related conditions, FSM offers a promising alternative that is both safe and customizable. If you're considering FSM therapy, be sure to consult with a certified practitioner who can tailor the treatment to your specific needs and ensure that it's a good fit for your condition.

Once we realize that everything is just different forms of energy it will change how we view our bodies and the world around us.

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Referenced below are just some of the papers which have shown promise for FSM.

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_{Effect of adjuvant frequency-specific microcurrents on pain and disability in patients treated with physical rehabilitation for neck and low back pain}

_{Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, and Multiple Chemical Sensitivities - A Unified Hypothesis}

‍_{Cytokine Changes with Microcurrent Treatment of Fibromyalgia}