Effect of high voltage galvanic stimulation on blood flow in patients with arteriosclerotic disease of the lower limbs

ABSTRACT

The study was conducted to evaluate the effect of high voltage galvanic stimulation [HVGS] on arterial blood flow of the lower limbs in 20 male subjects with intermittent claudication of the lower limbs due to arteriosclerosis. The arterial blood flow was calculated using ultrasonic Doppler flow meter before and after stimulation by HVGS for 20 minutes and intensity of 60 voIts and frequency of 20 PP. A significant increment in arterial blood volume was observed following high voltage galvanic stimulation. It was concluded that HVGS could be a helpful tool in increasing blood volume to the exercising muscle reducing claudication pain and improving the claudication time