Post-Treatment Care: How to Maximize the Benefits of Calmare® Scrambler Therapy

Chronic pain can be a challenging condition to manage, but innovative treatments like Calmare® Scrambler Therapy are offering new hope for relief. While the therapy itself is a crucial step toward pain reduction, what you do afterward can significantly influence your overall results. Proper post-treatment care can help maximize the benefits of scrambler therapy and support your journey to a pain-free life.

Understanding Calmare® Scrambler Therapy

Before diving into post-treatment tips, it’s helpful to understand what scrambler therapy involves. This non-invasive treatment uses electrical signals to "retrain" nerve signals and disrupt pain pathways. Read more here. Many patients experience significant relief after completing therapy sessions, but maintaining and enhancing these benefits requires some additional care.

Post-Treatment Care Tips to Maximize Benefits

1.    Follow Dr. Orlando’s Recommendations

Dr. Orlando will provide specific instructions tailored to your condition. Adhering to these guidelines is essential for optimal success. This may include activity modifications, stretching routines, or medication adjustments. 

2.    Stay Hydrated

Drinking plenty of water helps your body eliminate toxins and supports nerve health. Proper hydration can also reduce inflammation and promote healing after scrambler therapy sessions.

3.    Manage Exercise and Physical Activity

Your body is recalibrating after your Calmare® Scrambler Therapy treatments, so rest and recovery is important. We recommend allowing yourself about two weeks after completion of scrambler therapy before returning to regular activities. Be prepared to feel some soreness associated with a new activity you may not have been able to perform previously. The key is taking it slow!

4.    Prioritize Rest and Recovery

Your body needs time to adapt and heal. Ensure you get adequate sleep and avoid strenuous and stressful activities.

5.    Monitor Your Symptoms

Keep a symptom diary to track any changes in pain levels, numbness, tingling, or other sensations. Noting improvements or setbacks helps Dr. Orlando tailor ongoing treatment plans.

6.    Improve your Diet

Now that you are feeling better and moving more, focus on good eating habits. When we don’t feel good, we tend to make poor eating choices. Take advantage of feeling better and fuel your recovery with high-quality nutrition. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, grains, beans and nuts/seeds.

7.    Maintain a Pain Management Plan

Scrambler therapy is often part of a comprehensive approach to pain management. Continue any prescribed physical therapy, chiropractic adjustments, or other therapies as recommended. Feel free to discuss other therapy options available to you, both in our office and at home to support your recovery!

8.    Don’t Overdo It

While you might feel relief, it’s important to avoid overexertion immediately after treatment. Gentle activities like walking or light stretching can help keep your muscles active, improve circulation, and support nerve healing. But the important thing is to listen to your body and try not to overdo it.

9.    Stay Positive and Patient

Healing from chronic pain is often gradual. Celebrate small improvements and communicate with Dr. Orlando about your progress or any concerns. We are here to help!

When to Seek Further Help

While many patients experience sustained relief, nerve pain may return (to a lesser degree) depending upon your specific medical condition. Pay close attention to anything that may have contributed to the increase in pain. If the pain is prolonged for more than a week, scrambler therapy booster sessions may be advised. Contact Dr. Orlando if you experience worsening pain, new symptoms, or if your pain persists beyond the expected recovery period. We are only a phone call or a text message away.

Closing Thoughts

Maximizing the benefits of scrambler therapy involves more than just the treatment session itself. Proper post-care habits can enhance nerve retraining, reduce discomfort, and support long-term pain relief. If you're considering scrambler therapy or have already undergone treatment, be sure to follow your healthcare provider’s advice and maintain healthy habits for the best possible outcome.

Ready to explore how Calmare® Scrambler Therapy can help you manage chronic pain? Dr. Orlando is one of the most experienced scrambler therapy providers in the United States, treating some of the most complex cases, including Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), small fiber neuropathy, complex full body cases and more. He sees every single patient and he does not use technicians. Contact Dr. Orlando today to schedule a free consultation and take the first step towards a pain free future!