Shondra’s Story: Recovering from a Car Accident with the RS-4i® Plus
What began as an ordinary day quickly turned into a painful and unexpected experience for Shondra.
“I was at a red light, and I saw a city bus barreling down the street. I literally had to jump the curb in order for us to avoid a collision.”
Although she avoided the direct impact, the physical effects were almost immediate. By the following day, the pain got to the point where she couldn’t lift her arm and found it difficult to sleep.
“When I went to the Urgent Care my pain was at approximately a 10.”
Recovery from a Lumbar Strain
After being seen by a physician at Urgent Care, Shondra was diagnosed with a lumbar strain.
A lumbar strain occurs when the muscles and soft tissues in the lower back are stretched or torn, often as a result of sudden movements, impact or trauma. Common symptoms include lower back pain, stiffness, muscle spasms and difficulty performing everyday activities such as walking, bending or lifting.
Like many people recovering from accident-related injuries, Shondra was looking for solutions that could help support her recovery and improve her comfort.
A Helpful Recommendation from Her Chiropractic Office
While receiving care at a chiropractor's office, Shondra learned about the RS-4i Plus from an unexpected source.
“I was at the receptionist’s desk, and she happened to mention the RS-4i Plus and that she wanted to connect me with their sales rep.”
For patients recovering from motor vehicle accidents, Personal Injury Protection insurance coverage may be available depending on their situation and policy. In Shondra's case, the process was straightforward.
“My chiropractic office handled all of that from start to finish.”
A Return to Daily Activities
After trying the RS-4i Plus with the Full Back Garment, Shondra noticed a meaningful reduction in her pain.
“It went from a 10 to about a 6.”
Committed to her recovery, she continued using the device as directed over the following weeks. As her progress continued, so did her appreciation for the role it played in her treatment plan.
“I absolutely just admire whoever thought of this… The RS-4i Plus is something that I know that I’m going to have forever.”
Today, Shondra reflects on her experience with gratitude and confidence, thankful to have found a solution that helped support her recovery journey and allowed her to focus on getting back to the activities that matter most.
Learn More About Electrotherapy in PIP Care
Motor vehicle accident injuries often require a comprehensive treatment approach. To learn how electrotherapy may complement rehabilitation and recovery efforts within Personal Injury Protection (PIP) cases, read our article: 6 Benefits of Adding Electrotherapy to Personal Injury Treatment Plans
About the RS-4i Plus with Intersperse
The RS-4i Plus is an advanced home-use electrotherapy device that combines true high frequency (5000 Hz) Interferential Therapy (IFT) for long-lasting pain relief, with Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) for muscle rehabilitation. During the same, uninterrupted treatment session, the RS-4i Plus both excites the body’s natural endorphin production to relieve pain, and provides rehabilitative muscle therapy that reduces muscle spasms, increases circulation and prevents disuse atrophy.
Take the Next Step
Healthcare Practitioners
If you are interested in a more detailed review of the RS-4i Plus mechanisms of action and clinical evidence, we invite you to request a demonstration.
Patients
The RS-4i Plus requires a prescription. If you are interested in discussing this drug-free pain relief solution with your healthcare practitioner, download our patient discussion guide to help start a conversation.