Compex EMS

What Is Compex EMS?

Compex Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) uses precise electrical impulses to activate your muscles in a controlled way. In my Midtown Manhattan studio near Penn Station, I use Compex EMS to help with neuromuscular activation, recovery, pain relief, and performance—especially when certain muscles are “lazy,” underactive, or not firing well during movement.

Instead of just putting pads on and letting a machine run, I combine EMS with specific positions and movement patterns so your brain, nervous system, and muscles learn to work together. This is especially powerful when paired with shockwave therapy, Class 4 laser, TRX training, or smart gym resistance work.

How Does It Work?

• Muscle Activation: Electrical impulses cause controlled muscle contractions, helping “remind” the muscle how to turn on effectively.
• Pain Modulation: TENS-style settings can reduce pain by interrupting pain signals and helping the nervous system calm down.
• Recovery Support: Gentle contraction programs help improve blood flow and reduce post-workout soreness or stiffness.
• Strength Assistance: EMS can help maintain or rebuild muscle activity when you can’t load fully yet due to pain or recent injury.

How I Use Compex EMS in Treatment

Benefits of Compex EMS

• Better muscle recruitment and neuromuscular control
• Faster recovery after workouts, runs, or sports
• Non-medication option for managing pain and tightness
• Improved strength/endurance in underactive muscles
• Support during rehab when full loading is not yet possible

What Does a Session Feel Like?

Depending on the program, you’ll feel anything from a gentle tingling to stronger, rhythmic muscle contractions. I always start at a comfortable level and gradually increase as your body adapts. Most people describe it as unusual at first but quickly get used to it—and many find it surprisingly relaxing when paired with the right positions and breathing.