Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM)
Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that complements acupuncture and integrative care by supporting the body’s innate ability to heal. Unlike general electrical stimulation used in physical therapy, FSM uses extremely low-level electrical currents paired with carefully chosen frequencies to encourage balance and function in specific tissues. It’s a great way to achieve acupuncture-like results without the needles.
This modality has been refined over decades and is rooted in both early frequency work and modern clinical experience. FSM is unique in how it pairs two frequencies—one addressing the condition (like inflammation) and one targeting the tissue involved (such as nerve, muscle, or fascia)—to support meaningful change at a subtle, energetic level. (Frequency Specific Microcurrent)
How FSM Works
FSM delivers microcurrent—so small it’s measured in millionths of an ampere—well below what you’d feel from traditional electrical stimulation. This current supports cellular processes and helps tissues move toward healthier patterns of function. In laboratory research, microcurrent at these levels has been associated with increases in cellular energy (ATP) production, which is foundational to tissue repair and function. (Frequency Specific Microcurrent)
Rather than simply masking symptoms, FSM is intended to help address underlying contributors to pain, inflammation, scarring, and nervous system tension by:
Supporting cellular energy and communication
Encouraging healthy tissue response
Reducing localized inflammatory patterns
Supporting normal range of motion and function
This makes FSM especially helpful for conditions that have been slow to respond to other treatments.
What It Feels Like
Most people find FSM to be calming and comfortable. Because the current is so subtle, it is often not felt at all—or may feel like a gentle, soothing presence. Sessions are typically integrated with your overall care plan, enhancing what acupuncture and other integrative therapies already provide.
FSM and Your Care at Light & Spark
At Light & Spark, FSM is offered as a supportive therapy that enhances your acupuncture care—not as a replacement for it. It fits seamlessly into a holistic model that honors your nervous system, your body’s rhythms, and your long-term wellness goals.
If you have questions or would like to learn whether FSM might support your specific needs, I’m happy to talk through how it could integrate into your treatment plan.