Stimpod Therapy in Wimborne, Dorset?
Stimpod is a non-invasive, drug-free therapy that uses gentle pulsed radio frequency (PRF) to calm overactive or irritated nerves. This treatment works by targeting dysfunctional nerve signals to reduce pain, improve movement, and support the body’s natural healing processes. It is often used to treat conditions like sciatica, nerve pain after surgery, diabetic neuropathy, and other chronic pain issues. By encouraging the nervous system to reset, Stimpod aims to address the root cause of nerve pain rather than simply masking symptoms.
what is stimpod?
If you’re dealing with nerve-related pain or lingering issues after an injury, you’ll know how much it can impact your daily life… making it harder to move comfortably, sleep well, or do the things you love. That’s where Stimpod therapy comes in.
This treatment uses gentle pulsed radio frequency (PRF) to help calm overactive nerves and restore healthy function. It’s a non-invasive, drug-free approach designed to support recovery in both acute injuries and long-standing pain conditions.
Rather than masking symptoms, Stimpod therapy targets the root of the problem – dysfunctional nerve signalling. By encouraging the nervous system to reset, it can help reduce pain, improve movement, and support natural healing.
We’ve seen great results with people experiencing:
- Sciatica or nerve compression
- Pain radiating from herniated or bulging discs
- Post-surgical nerve irritation
- Diabetic or chemotherapy-induced neuropathy
- Fibromyalgia and CRPS
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome and other trapped nerves
If you’ve been told to “just manage” your symptoms or you’re looking for a more active way to support your recovery, Stimpod might be the right step.
Calming the Nervous System with stimpod?
All pain – whether it’s new and sharp or something that’s been hanging around for years – starts in the nervous system. Sometimes it’s due to direct nerve irritation or damage. Other times, the nerves simply become too sensitive, sending out pain signals long after the original injury has healed.
At Hands On Physiotherapy, we use Stimpod therapy to help quiet these overactive nerves and support the body’s natural healing processes. It’s a gentle, non-invasive treatment that works by encouraging normal nerve function and reducing nerve sensitivity.
This can be especially helpful for people dealing with:
- Sciatica and nerve compression – Often caused by a herniated disc or spinal narrowing that irritates the sciatic nerve.
- Post-surgical nerve pain – Following procedures like spinal surgery, joint replacements, or tendon repairs where nerves may be affected.
- Nerve entrapment syndromes – Such as carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, or tarsal tunnel syndrome, which can cause tingling, numbness or weakness.
- Peripheral neuropathy – Linked to diabetes, chemotherapy, or metabolic conditions, often causing burning pain or sensitivity.
- Chronic pain conditions – Including fibromyalgia and CRPS, where the nervous system becomes overly sensitive and reactive.
Whether your symptoms are recent or something you’ve been managing for years, Stimpod therapy at Hands On Physiotherapy may help to reduce discomfort, restore movement, and give your nervous system the reset it needs.
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Recognising Nerve Related Pain - And What You Can Do About It
Nerve pain doesn’t always show up in obvious ways. For some people, it’s a dull burn that lingers in the background. For others, it’s a sharp jolt that stops you in your tracks. However it presents, nerve-related pain can make day-to-day life feel harder – whether it’s buttoning up a shirt, going for a walk, or simply getting a good night’s sleep.
You might notice:
- Burning, shooting, or stabbing pain – Often made worse with movement or certain positions.
- Tingling or numbness – That “pins and needles” feeling, or even full loss of sensation.
- Muscle weakness- Struggling with grip, balance, or lifting objects.
- Hypersensitivity – Everyday touch or pressure feeling unusually uncomfortable.
- Electric shock sensations – Sudden zaps of pain running down a limb.
- Changes in reflexes or coordination – Leading to clumsiness or instability.
- Altered temperature sense – Not feeling hot or cold properly, which can lead to accidental injuries.
Symptoms can come and go or stick around constantly. They might seem small to begin with, but over time they can start to limit your confidence, movement, and independence.
At Hands On Physiotherapy, we offer Stimpod therapy – agentle treatment that helps calm irritated nerves, reduce pain, and support healthy function. It’s drug-free and non-invasive, and for many of our patients, it’s been a valuable step toward feeling like themselves again.
When Nerve Pain Doesn't Settle - What Else Can Help?
If you’re still struggling with nerve pain- despite doing all the right things like hands-on treatment, exercises, or even medication – you’re not alone. Sometimes the nervous system needs a different kind of support to fully calm down and recover.
That’s where Stimpod therapy can make a difference.
This gentle, non-invasive treatment is designed to help settle irritated nerves, reduce pain sensitivity, and support natural nerve healing. It’s especially useful if you’re dealing with:
- Chronic nerve pain that hasn’t responded to traditional physiotherapy
- Neuropathic pain conditions like diabetic neuropathy, post-surgical nerve pain or sciatica
- Over-sensitive or irritated nerves that make everyday movement uncomfortable
- Ongoing symptoms after surgery, injury or nerve compression
If your nerve-related symptoms – whether it’s pain, numbness, tingling or weakness – are making it hard to move, sleep, or get back to the things you enjoy, Stimpod therapy at Hands On Physiotherapy could be a helpful next step.
It’s a safe, drug-free option that focuses on resetting the nervous system – not just masking symptoms – so you can start moving more comfortably again.
If you’d like to find out whether it’s right for you, we’re always happy to talk things through and guide you towards the best path forward.
How does Stimpod Therapy work?
Stimpod is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that helps calm irritated nerves and support their natural recovery. It uses a type of electrical stimulation called pulsed radio frequency (PRF) to reset how the nerves are behaving – particularly helpful if they’ve become overly sensitive after injury, surgery, or long-term pain.
This treatment delivers a low-frequency signal (500 kHz) directly to the affected nerve. It’s completely safe and doesn’t damage tissue – instead, it encourages the nerve to start healing and functioning more normally again.
Stimpod works by:
- Soothing overactive pain fibres (C-fibres) – Which helps reduce both acute and persistent pain
- Supporting nerve regeneration – Encouraging the regrowth and repair of the nerve itself
- Rewiring pain pathways – Helping your nervous system respond more appropriately to movement and activity
It also uses galvanic stimulation to help us precisely locate and activate the right nerve. This combination allows us to:
- Target the source of your symptoms more accurately
- Stimulate the large nerve fibres (Aβ fibres) that naturally block pain
- Improve mitochondrial function, reduce inflammation, and speed up recovery
Because Stimpod is drug-free and non-invasive, it’s a great option if you’re looking to avoid medication or injections. And when used alongside tailored physiotherapy and rehab, it can be a powerful tool to help you move better, feel more confident, and get lasting relief.