Patient's question:
I have been experiencing back pain recently and am currently undergoing low-frequency therapy at the hospital, which involves electric massage and pulses. However, I plan to get pregnant next month. Could you please ask the experts if the therapy has any radiation and whether it will be harmful to pregnancy?Additional question: I intend to postpone pregnancy until mid-January. Is this long duration sufficient, and will there be no further impact? Additionally, if I stop the therapy and switch to heat therapy for my back pain, will it not be fully resolved, and will the back pain worsen after pregnancy?
Doctor's answer:
Maybe in your current situation, it is recommended that you do not have any massage therapy. If you plan to get pregnant, it is suggested that you pay close attention to taking care of your body in the near future and engage in appropriate exercise. This can enhance your immune system and create a better environment for the fetus. Physical therapy does involve some radiation, so it is recommended to wait for a period of time after the therapy before considering pregnancy. If you apply heat, it will not achieve the desired therapeutic effect.