Choosing the Right Phoenix Waveform Frequency for Your
Therapy Goals

Understanding the benefits of each frequency setting can help you or your clinician tailor your treatment with the Phoenix Waveform to address your specific injury or therapy goal. Below is a simple guide to help you decide which frequency might be best for your needs:

500 Hz – High-Intensity Activation

When to Use:
Ideal for acute injuries with severe pain, nerve compression, muscle activation or significant muscle weakness.

Therapy Outcome Goals:
Rapidly “wake up” nerves and muscles to kick-start healing. Provide an immediate and strong stimulus to reduce pain and boost initial recovery.

300 Hz – Intense Neuromuscular Re-Education

When to Use:
Best used in the early recovery phase of a moderate injury or when muscle weakness is evident.

Therapy Outcome Goals:
Strongly activate nerves and muscles to improve function and strength.
Serve as a robust stimulus for re-educating muscle control without being as intense as 500 Hz.

165 Hz – Moderate Stimulation for Transitional Recovery

When to Use:
Appropriate for patients moving from the acute phase into ongoing rehabilitation.
Useful for persistent but less severe pain and muscle weakness.

Therapy Outcome Goals:
Provide balanced stimulation to gradually improve flexibility and muscle strength.
Enhance neuromuscular coordination during the transition to full recovery.

135 Hz – Gentle Activation for Chronic Rehabilitation

When to Use:
Ideal for managing chronic conditions such as long-term joint pain or degenerative issues.
Suitable when tissues are sensitive and require gentle, sustained stimulation.

Therapy Outcome Goals:
Reduce chronic pain and inflammation.
Improve joint mobility and overall muscle tone over time without overloading the tissue.

40 Hz – Low-Frequency Modulation for Maintenance

When to Use:
Used during the maintenance phase of recovery after acute improvements have been achieved.
Helpful for improving coordination and joint stability, especially in older individuals or those prone to re-injury.

Therapy Outcome Goals:
Maintain neuromuscular balance and joint stability.
Provide mild stimulation that helps prevent future injuries and supports overall muscle endurance.

10 Hz – Ultra-Low Frequency for Pain Relief and Flexibility

When to Use:
Best for late-stage rehabilitation, particularly in cases of chronic pain or muscle tightness.
Suitable for patients who need maximum comfort during treatment.

Therapy Outcome Goals:
Offer gentle stimulation to reduce pain and allow muscles to relax.
Enhance flexibility and increase range of motion with minimal discomfort

Detailed Frequency Guidelines for Phoenix Waveform

I. 500 Hz – High-Intensity Activation Benefits:

 Rapid neuromuscular stimulation
 Accelerated tissue repair and cellular activation
 Immediate increase in muscle recruitment

Indications/Conditions:
 Acute neuromuscular dysfunction
 Severe muscle inhibition
 Early-phase rehabilitation of traumatic injuries

Therapy Outcomes:
 Quick reactivation of neural pathways
 Enhanced muscle responsiveness
 Improved pain control

Example Condition:
A patient with acute nerve compression and severe muscle inhibition post-trauma can
benefit from 500 Hz to jump-start neuromuscular activation.

II. 300 Hz – Intense Neuromuscular Re-Education Benefits:
 Strong neuromuscular activation with slightly less intensity than 500 Hz
 Promotes cellular metabolism and circulation
 Effective for re-educating motor control in acutely weakened muscles

Indications/Conditions:
 Acute to subacute phase injuries with moderate nerve dysfunction
 Cases requiring enhanced muscle recruitment without overstimulation
 Patients with higher pain tolerance needing robust activation

Therapy Outcomes:
 Improved nerve conduction velocity
 Increased muscle tone and strength
 Reduced acute pain and inflammation

Example Condition:
An athlete recovering from a partial nerve injury in the lower limb can use 300 Hz to restore motor control and strength.

III. 165 Hz – Moderate Stimulation for Transitional Recovery Benefits:
 Balanced activation for both nerve and muscle
 Supports tissue repair and muscle re-education
 Suitable for transitioning from acute to chronic rehabilitation stages

Indications/Conditions:
 Subacute injuries requiring moderate stimulation
 Chronic conditions with persistent pain or reduced function
 Patients with residual neuromuscular inhibition

Therapy Outcomes:
 Steady improvement in range of motion
 Gradual increase in muscle strength and endurance
 Enhanced neuromuscular coordination

Example Condition:
A patient with lingering post-surgical muscle weakness may benefit from 165 Hz to rebuild strength and improve coordination.

IV. 135 Hz – Gentle Activation for Chronic Rehabilitation Benefits:
 Mild stimulation that supports long-term recovery
 Enhances blood flow and promotes muscle contractions
 Reduces chronic pain while avoiding tissue overload

Indications/Conditions:
 Chronic musculoskeletal pain and inflammation
 Long-term rehabilitation after acute injuries
 Conditions where tissue sensitivity is high

Therapy Outcomes:
 Sustained improvements in flexibility and endurance
 Gradual reduction in chronic pain
 Better joint mobility and muscle tone

Example Condition:
Patients with chronic low back pain due to degenerative changes can benefit from 135 Hz to manage pain and improve mobility without triggering discomfort.

V. 40 Hz – Low-Frequency Modulation for Maintenance Benefits:
 Low-intensity stimulation ideal for long-term therapy
 Promotes sustained neuromuscular balance
 Enhances proprioception and joint stability

Indications/Conditions:
 Maintenance phase of rehabilitation
 Mild pain modulation and prevention of re-injury
 Enhancing coordination and balance in older athletes

Therapy Outcomes:
 Improved joint stability and coordination
 Long-term pain reduction
 Enhanced endurance and muscle balance

Example Condition:

An older athlete recovering from mild tendonitis may use 40 Hz as a maintenance
therapy to support joint health and prevent future injuries.