Electrotherapy of leg during pregnnacy

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Hi I am 16 weeks pregnant ..and having some nerve problem in my left leg .I have been told to have physiotherapy done ..which is specifically electrotherapy .Is electrotherapy safe during pregnnacy ?? Pls suggest .

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Dr. Panchani

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Hi good morning Thnxs for your question Congratulations for ur pregnancy. I think u should consult ur Gynecologist regarding this issue. As ur Gynecologist know ur case details. Buy I think electrical nerve stimulation @16week not advisable. Unless u have serious problems. Use my online consultation link so we can discuss ur case details and advice u accordingly prac.to/drpanchani

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Dr. Himani Gupta

Gynecologist 28 yrs exp Navi Mumbai

Hi. electrotherapy can't be given around any area which is close to abdomen. You can take cold fomentation instead.

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Dr. Jayashree T Raj Gynecologist 25 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Jayashree T Raj

Gynecologist 25 yrs exp Bangalore

I would not prefer it... unless other methods like pelvic alignment, yoga asanas , accupuncture, accupressure has been tried out.

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