Where did FSM - Frequency Specific Microcurrent- frequencies come from?

"Frequency specific microcurrent or frequency specific microcurrent therapy is the practice of introducing a mild electrical current into an area of damaged soft tissue. Practitioners claim that the introduced current enhances the healing process underway in that same tissue."

"FSM was developed by Dr. Carolyn McMakin in 1995 using frequencies passed on from an osteopath in Canada who had a practice that came with a machine made in the 1920’s. Dr. McMakin developed protocols for the treatment of myofascial pain in 1996 and presented her clinical data at the American Back Society national meeting in December 1997. In 1998, she published the paper on the “Treatment of chronic resistant myofascial pain in the head, neck, and face” in Topics in Clinical Chiropractic. In addition to other published FSM papers.

Dr. McMakin's textbook "Frequency Specific Microcurrent in Pain Management" was recently published by Elsevier. Dr. McMakin began teaching FSM in 1997 to see if the effects of FSM were reproducible. By June 1997 it was clear that the effects were reproducible and the seminars have evolved into a four-day intensive class in the use of frequency protocols, the differential diagnosis of pain generators and neurologic conditions. The frequencies were developed in the early 1900’s and were used with funky looking electronic equipment that fell out of use in the 1940’s. Microcurrent was introduced as a battery operated physical therapy modality in the 1980’s in Europe and the USA. Microcurrent devices deliver frequencies and current in millionths of an amp and have been shown in published studies to increase energy (ATP) production in cells by 500%. Since 1997, hundreds of practitioners around the world have taken the FSM seminar and use this amazing new technique to help patients recover from myofascial pain, fibromyalgia, sports injuries, concussion and many other health concerns. The FSM seminar teaches frequency protocols, differential diagnosis of pain complaints and hands-on use of the microcurrent equipment. Our students evaluate the seminars consistently with 5/5 value approval ratings.

Carolyn McMakin, MA, DC is the leading authority and developer of Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM). She maintains a part-time clinical practice, participates in research and teaches seminars on the use of FSM in the United States, Australia, Ireland and Europe. She has lectured at the National Institutes of Health and at numerous conferences in the US, England, Canada and Australia on the subjects of fibromyalgia and chronic pain syndromes." (Copied and Copyright from www.frequencyspecific.com) Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) is a type of electrical therapy that uses low-level electrical currents to treat pain and other conditions. It's a non-invasive procedure where specific frequencies of microcurrent are applied to targeted areas of the body to promote healing and reduce inflammation. FSM can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including pain, inflammation, and scar tissue. 

Here's a more detailed explanation:

• Low-Level Current:

  FSM uses microamperes of electrical current, which is significantly lower than other electrotherapy methods like TENS units. This low-level current is designed to interact with the body's natural electrical activity and promote cellular healing. 

• Frequency Specific:

  The key aspect of FSM is that it uses specific frequencies of microcurrent tailored to the condition being treated. Different frequencies can target specific tissues and cellular processes, allowing for a more precise and effective treatment. 

• Application:

  FSM is typically applied using moistened towels or skin patches, with conductive gloves or other conductive materials. The practitioner sets the appropriate frequencies for the condition and applies the current to the targeted area. 

• Mechanism of Action:

  FSM is believed to work by increasing cellular energy production, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue repair. It may also affect endorphin release and other biochemical processes to help alleviate pain. 

• Applications:

  FSM is commonly used to treat nerve and muscle pain, inflammation, and scar tissue, as well as conditions like fibromyalgia, diabetic neuropathy, and sports injuries. It can also be used to promote healing after injuries or surgeries. 

In essence, FSM is a form of electrical therapy that uses low-level, frequency-specific microcurrents to target specific areas of the body, aiming to promote healing, reduce pain, and improve overall well-being.