At AccelerateNB, we use Pulsed Direct Current (PDC) therapy to help rebuild strength when heavy lifting isn’t safe or possible—like after a knee or shoulder injury. PDC combines gentle exercise with controlled electrical stimulation, allowing patients to see muscle and endurance gains without overloading healing joints.

Recent research shows promising results:

• An 8-week study on knee rehab found that training with very light loads plus PDC produced similar muscle growth and endurance gains compared to traditional heavy-weight training. The big difference? Patients could train effectively without stressing their joints. However, pure strength gains (like one-rep max tests) were still greater in the heavy-lifting group.
• An upper-body study showed that no-load exercise with PDC improved muscle thickness and torque responses, suggesting it may be beneficial in areas like the shoulder where direct loading is difficult early in rehabilitation.

What this means: PDC isn’t a magic replacement for strength training, but it’s a powerful tool when high-intensity lifting isn’t possible. It provides patients with a safe, science-backed way to maintain muscle, build endurance, and bridge the gap back to full training.

At AccelerateNB, we integrate PDC into customized rehab plans—helping you recover faster, protect your joints, and return stronger.