To prevent patient accommodation to the IFC current, which inferential technique is recommended?

The recommended technique to prevent patient accommodation to the Interferential Current (IFC) is frequency sweep. This technique works by gradually changing the frequency of the current during treatment. When the frequency is altered, it helps to keep the nervous system engaged and less likely to adapt or become desensitized to a constant stimulus. This can enhance the effectiveness of the therapy by ensuring that the body continues to respond to the stimulation throughout the session.

Utilizing amplitude modulation, pulsed current adjustment, or static frequency may not provide the same level of engagement for the patient’s nervous system. Amplitude modulation might vary the strength rather than the frequency, which does not prevent accommodation effectively. Pulsed current adjustment can alter the characteristics of the current but may not specifically address frequency adjustments. Static frequency maintains the same frequency over time, which can lead to patient accommodation, making it less effective for prolonged therapy sessions. Thus, the frequency sweep method is favored for maintaining therapeutic efficacy throughout treatment.