E-Stim in Minneapolis for Sensitive, Pain-Aware Bodies

At Stockheart Whole Health in Uptown Minneapolis, we offer e-stim therapy that’s gentle, intentional, and deeply attuned to your body’s rhythms. Using low-level electrical currents, we support tissue repair, ease chronic pain, and help your nervous system reset—without overwhelming your system or bypassing your story.

What Is E-Stim Therapy?

E-stim (short for electrical stimulation) uses soft, targeted electrical impulses to activate healing in muscles, fascia, and the nervous system. At Stockheart, we use microcurrent, TENS-style, and acupuncture e-stim devices at subtle, therapeutic levels to encourage circulation, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain—while always staying within your comfort zone.

This is stimulation that soothes.

No jolts. No overstimulation. Just quiet support for your body’s innate healing intelligence.

Is E-Stim Right for You?

E-stim may be especially helpful if you:

☑ Are living with chronic pain, fatigue, or post-viral symptoms
☑ Experience nerve pain, muscle weakness, or myofascial tension
☑ Have a connective tissue condition like EDS or fibromyalgia
☑ Are healing from injury, surgery, or long COVID
☑ Feel overwhelmed by intense bodywork or “no pain, no gain” approaches
☑ Need a nervous-system-aware therapy that respects your body’s limits

If you’ve ever thought, “I need something gentler,” e-stim may be just the right fit.

What E-Stim Can Help With

Clients often seek e-stim therapy to support:

• Neuropathic pain or numbness

• Post-surgical healing or scar tissue release

• Chronic fatigue and post-exertional malaise (PEM)

• Fibromyalgia, myofascial pain, and joint stiffness

• Migraine support and tension reduction

• Vagus nerve activation and nervous system regulation

• Muscle atrophy or weakness from chronic illness

E-stim doesn’t force your body—it reminds it how to heal, gently and wisely.

What About Acupuncture E-Stim?

Acupuncture e-stim—also known as electroacupuncture—combines the time-tested wisdom of acupuncture with the gentle support of microcurrent stimulation. Tiny electrical pulses are applied to acupuncture needles, enhancing the therapeutic effect and deepening your body’s response to care.

At Stockheart, we use e-stim acupuncture to:

• Support neurological healing, such as stroke recovery, traumatic brain injury, or nerve damage

• Reduce chronic or stubborn pain

• Calm overactive nerves or trigger points

• Support vagus nerve activation and autonomic regulation

• Encourage tissue repair in joints, tendons, or muscles

• Gently re-pattern muscle firing and postural balance

This technique is especially helpful for those living with:

• Chronic migraines or tension headaches

• TMJ and facial pain

• Neuropathy or sciatica

• Pelvic pain or organ-based tension

• Long COVID or post-viral inflammation

Is it intense?

Not at all. Our approach to electroacupuncture is quiet and respectful—always tuned to your sensitivity and comfort. Most people feel a mild pulsing or tapping sensation that can be deeply calming and grounding.

Do I need to be an acupuncture client to receive it?

Electroacupuncture is offered within our acupuncture visits and may be recommended as part of your care plan if it feels like a good fit for your goals and preferences.

“The combination of acupuncture and e-stim helped unlock pain I’d been holding for years. It felt like a conversation between my nervous system and the needles.”
— Andrea L.

Acupuncture e-stim at Stockheart is another way we support your healing with care that’s precise, attuned, and never too much.

Why Choose E-Stim at Stockheart?

Nervous System-Aware

We approach e-stim through the lens of sensitivity and regulation. Sessions are co-created with you, allowing time to settle, feel, and adjust settings based on your body’s cues.

Tailored and Thoughtful

We use microcurrent, TENS, and other low-frequency devices with adjustable settings—not a one-size-fits-all protocol. Your history, sensitivities, and healing goals shape every session.

Safe for Complex and Chronic Conditions

Whether you’re managing long COVID, autoimmunity, or trauma-related nervous system dysregulation, this work meets you where you are—offering regulation, not reactivity.

“This is the first therapy I’ve tried where my body didn’t feel ‘pushed.’ With e-stim, I feel calmer, clearer, and more myself.”
— Marissa T.

What to Expect

This technique may be added to your in-office visit or recommended as an at-home technique to help you manage pain between visits. We’ll discuss your goals, sensitivities, and preferences, then introduce low-frequency stimulation if you decide you’d like to give it a try.

“I was afraid it would be too much, but Stockheart’s e-stim approach felt like a whisper to my nervous system. So supportive.”
— Eli S.

Why Work With Dr. Stephen?

Dr. Stephen Thompson is a trauma-informed chiropractor and integrative provider with a deep understanding of chronic pain, fatigue, and nervous system dysregulation. He weaves e-stim into a broader toolkit of gentle, somatic, and co-regulatory care, allowing for deeply individualized healing experiences.

He specializes in:

➤ Selecting transformative tools for your healing
➤ Building trust with your body’s pace
➤ Honoring your whole story, not just your symptoms

Frequently Asked Questions

What does e-stim feel like?

Most people describe it as a soft pulsing, tingling, or wave-like sensation. We start low and only increase when you say you’re ready.

Will it hurt or overstimulate me?

Not here. Our sessions are paced, personalized, and always guided by your capacity. No “toughing it out” required.

How many sessions will I need?

Some people notice shifts in 1–3 visits; others benefit from ongoing care, especially for complex or chronic concerns.

Is this safe with pacemakers or implants?

Please let us know if you have any medical implants—we’ll review your case to ensure safety and suitability.

Can I combine this with other therapies?
Yes! E-stim often complements chiropractic, craniosacral therapy, and integrative care.

Your Next Step

Curious about how e-stim might support your healing?
We offer free 15-minute discovery calls to explore whether this approach fits your needs—no pressure.

✨ Ready to begin?
You can schedule your first visit directly below.

📍 Uptown Minneapolis | Virtual discovery calls available
📧 welcome@stockheart.com | 📞 (612) 448-4434
🚗 Easy parking nearby (free, metered, and ramp)