Deep oscillation
Life means movement! Optimal performance and cell regeneration - as well as general health - can only be achieved if all body fluids circulate harmoniously. However, as soon as this flow of fluids is reduced or blocked, both performance and cell regeneration suffer. Pain and illness are often the undesirable consequence. This is where the positive effects of deep oscillation come in.
Behind this innovative term lies a revolutionary form of therapy that can help to alleviate pain and increase mobility, among other things. The patented therapy method, which does not require the use of medication or surgery, enables effective therapeutic success for numerous complaints. Thanks to its particularly gentle mode of action, deep oscillation has been used successfully in the medical and therapeutic field for 30 years.
Find out everything you need to know about deep oscillation here.
What is deep oscillation?
Deep oscillation, known as DEEP OSCILLATION®, is based on a unique and patented therapy method. It is based on the creation of a pulsating electrostatic field during treatment, which is generated between the therapist's hands or the applicator and the patient's tissue. Through the skillful use of electrostatic attraction and release (friction), impulses are generated that cause the tissue to vibrate and thus achieve a biological depth effect of up to 8 cm. The treated structures are "shaken" and loosened by this electrostatic attraction. This results in an extremely effective activation of the flow of extracellular fluids through the deep resonance vibration - deep oscillation. The technique intensifies cell supply and removal, stimulates the metabolism and increases the flow balance between cells as well as absorption into the lymphatic and venous system. The supply of oxygen and nutrients via the arterial system is also improved. Thanks to its gentle nature, deep oscillation is successfully used in various medical and therapeutic areas.
Pain reduction through a two-level approach
Deep oscillation uses a dual approach to support the body in reducing pain by intervening on both a biochemical and mechanical level. This approach aims to promote the exchange of fluids between the vessels and the cells and to break the pain cycle.
Level 1: Biochemical support through fluid exchange and thixotropy
Deep oscillation relies on the mechanism of thixotropy to liquefy fluids in the body. Especially in the lymphatic system, which is responsible for the removal of waste products and other substances, the liquefaction of the tissue makes it much easier to cope with overloading, injuries and surgical interventions. Liquefaction (of the tissue) removes waste products and neuroactive substances that can sensitize the area of pain. In addition, the pH value is rebalanced, which leads to an improvement in well-being and a reduction in pain. This support plays a decisive role in general lymphatic problems such as after overloading, injury and surgery, but also in lymphoedema and lipoedema.
Level 2: Activation of mechanoreceptors
Deep oscillation also aims to activate mechanoreceptors in the body. This is closely linked to the gate control theory, which states that the stimulation of mechanoreceptors takes precedence over the perception of pain in evolutionary terms. By activating these mechanoreceptors, the transmission of pain at spinal cord level is reduced, which leads to a reduction in pain. This approach is also referred to as "counter irritation", as the activation of the mechanoreceptors virtually overrides and inhibits the pain.
The combination of both levels allows deep oscillation to provide a comprehensive approach to pain reduction that works on both a biochemical and mechanical level. This helps to break the pain cycle and help the body to achieve more effective pain control in order to be able to perform all movements again.
Advantages of deep oscillation
Compared to other electrotherapy methods, deep oscillation offers numerous advantages. Thanks to its gentle mode of action, it gently develops its effects throughout the entire depth of the tissue - from the skin and subcutaneous fatty tissue to muscles, arteries, veins and lymph vessels. The deep effect is achieved with minimal mechanical impact, which opens up innovative treatment options for therapists.
The advantages at a glance:
- Gentle and well tolerated, enables early use in cases of severe pain and hematomas, as well as injuries and operations
- Accelerated healing and rapid treatment success without medication Improved quality of life thanks to freedom from pain and movement
- Outpatient treatment with a high chance of success
- Restoration of performance and reduced recovery time
- Treatment options in the area of open wounds
- The therapy can be learned quickly
- Proven for 30 years and used worldwide
- Scientifically proven through studies
Using deep oscillation: how it works
The application of deep oscillation is similar in principle to a massage. The therapist uses either special vinyl gloves or a hand applicator. Gentle circular movements over the tissue create the pleasant deep oscillation. During the treatment, the patient holds a titanium contact element in their hand to generate the deep vibrations by means of a local electrostatic field. This creates the beneficial therapeutic effect of deep oscillation.
There are basically three different application techniques:
- Therapy with special gloves,
- therapy with a hand applicator or
- application with applied foil.
To facilitate use, a comprehensive indication list with helpful information and graphics is included with the purchase of the devices.
When deep oscillation makes sense
Deep oscillation as an electromechanical therapy method is increasingly being used in various areas of rehabilitation around the world. In general, deep oscillation is always an option when the metabolism needs to be activated or intensified.
Areas of application
Orthopaedics / Traumatology / Surgery
- Pain syndromes
- Treatment of trauma and neurological damage
- Pre- and post-operative therapy
Deep oscillation can be used immediately after operations and prevents local edema and adhesions. It promotes mobility and can reduce pain as well as promote the healing of scars
Wound treatments
- Ulcers, amputations and burns
- Treatment in the wound area over film or in the immediate vicinity of the wound edges
The treatment visibly improves the supply and disposal situation and supports dynamic wound healing.
Beauty and aesthetics
- Cellulite treatments
- Anti-ageing treatments for the face, neck and décolleté
- Aftercare for aesthetic procedures and cosmetic laser treatments
Sport and exercise
- Preparation for performance
- Post-training care and performance stabilization
- Treatment of trauma and overuse injuries
Postpartum (puerperium)
- Postpartum breast pain and tension (breast engorgement)
- Post-operative therapy for caesarean section scars
- Scar treatment such as episiotomy
Respiratory diseases (cystic fibrosis, COPD)
- Can promote lasting relaxation of the respiratory muscles
Neurology
- Promotion and maintenance of sensory abilities
- Pain reduction
- Improvement of initiation
Contraindications to deep oscillation
The use of deep oscillation is extremely safe, but treatment should be avoided in certain situations.
This applies to:
- Active tuberculosis
- Untreated thromboses and vascular diseases
- Erysipelas (erysipelas)
- Untreated malignant haematological diseases
- Cardiac complaints and diseases
- Patients with pacemakers and other electronic implants
- Pregnancy
- Sensitivity to electric fields
The contraindications mentioned apply to therapy with special gloves for both the patient and the therapist.
After the first treatment: What to look out for
It is important to note that patients may experience the following symptoms after the first deep oscillation treatment:
- Acute sensation of pain in the treated area (usually disappears a few hours after the treatment)
- Increased urge to urinate and possible changes in the urine in terms of smell and color
- Increased sensitivity of the treated skin area
- Slight tiredness and feeling of exhaustion
- Possible reduction in blood pressure
- Slightly increased body temperature
To minimize possible reactions to the treatment, we recommend that patients drink plenty of fluids before and after deep oscillation. This can help to avoid possible discomfort and support the positive effect of the treatment in the best possible way.
Preparing for treatment: tips for patients
Before a deep oscillation treatment, patients can take some simple preparatory steps to get the best possible results from their therapy. Beforehand, we recommend that patients wear comfortable clothing - preferably loose and breathable - that allows the therapists easy access to the areas to be treated. It is also advisable to drink plenty of fluids before the treatment. Good hydration not only supports the metabolism, but also blood circulation during the treatment. Immediately before the deep oscillation treatment, we recommend removing any jewelry or accessories to ensure that the therapy runs smoothly and comfortably.
Scientific studies on the effectiveness of deep oscillation
Study 1
This study investigated the effects of different pain treatment approaches in patients with paravertebral and peripheral radicular pain. The participants were divided into three groups: One received medication only, one received a combination of medication and physical analgesia, and the third group received physical modalities only, including Deep Oscillation (DO).
The study emphasizes the effectiveness of physical analgesia with deep oscillation, which has a slower onset but provides lasting results. The combination of drug and physical therapy was particularly successful, as it showed synergistic effects. The study underlines the importance of physical analgesia, especially deep oscillation, for long-lasting pain relief.
Study 2
The study investigated the effect of the combined application of deep oscillation and kinesiotherapy on the recovery of patients after knee replacement surgery. Fifty knee replacement patients were divided into two groups: an experimental group (EG) and a control group (CG).
The results concluded that deep oscillation is an effective method to reduce inflammation, edema and pain and increase range of motion in early rehabilitation after knee replacement. In addition, improved mobility was observed in the early rehabilitation stage after knee replacement. Combined use with appropriate exercises leads to better results in terms of speed and stage of functional recovery.
Study 3
The third study investigated the use of deep oscillation as a supplementary treatment method for various sports injuries in addition to standard therapy. 49 sports injuries in 14 people were treated, with the subjective assessment of symptoms on the VAS scale improving significantly from 8.7 (baseline) to 2.1 after treatment. The objective assessment by the treating physician showed good or very good results in 90% of cases.
Deep oscillation proved to be a cost-effective and easy-to-use adjuvant treatment option for sports injuries. The positive effects already observed in other indications such as edema reduction, pain relief and promotion of movement were also confirmed in acute sports injuries. The gentle mode of action of deep oscillation allows its use in the acute phase without contraindications and is well accepted by patients.