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Ergonomic Probes
 These
probes are usually used to press on to the Accupressure
points, but Physiotherapists usually use them in cases of
Bell's palsy and TMJ problems. Since all the TMJ points
are located inside the mouth on the buccal mucosa, the use
of soft cotton buds is advisable. Inorder to not damage
the fragile mucosa (these cotton buds are fitted to the
front hollow of the probes). But as we all know that cotton
does not conduct the electricity, so we need to wet the
cotton end of probes in water repeatedly.
Electrical Gloves
 These
gloves are not the normal gloves madeup of any usual material
but are made of specific carbon material which conducts
electricity. These gloves are to be worn by the therapist,
after wearing normal surgical gloves (this helps in insulating
self from the conduction). Two pairs of positive and negative
electrodes are then attached to the gloves with the help
of knobs provided on the dorsal part of the gloves.
Major advantages of giving current through these gloves
are a). One can also give the massage to the patient simultaneously,
b). Since it is our hands the pressure to be applied on
the specific parts can be easily monitored, c). One can
move according to the body contours, etc. Last but not the
least the non-therapeutic effect of the gloves on the patient
is that it gives a huge confidence with the therapist, because
of the touch and the fact that the therapist is physically
looking after the client.
Conductive Pads
 These
are usually used to cover specific tender points and around
any open wounds and injury.
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