Raynaud’s Disease and Scleroderma - How Frequency-Specific Microcurrent Therapy can help
- Monica Williams - Frequency Specific Microcurrent Therapy
- Jun 29
- 3 min read
If you live with Raynaud’s or scleroderma, you know how challenging it can be. Cold hands, colour changes, pain, and stiffness can affect daily life, sometimes making even simple tasks feel overwhelming. But promising new research suggests a gentle, non-invasive treatment called Frequency-Specific Microcurrent (FSM) may offer real hope—improving circulation, hand function, and quality of life for people with these conditions.
What is Raynaud’s Disease?
Raynaud’s Disease / Phenomenon occurs when blood vessels in the fingers and toes overreact to cold or stress, causing them to spasm and temporarily cut off blood flow. The skin can turn white, blue, or purple, and it often feels cold, numb, or painful.
For some, Raynaud’s is mild. But for others, especially those with autoimmune conditions like scleroderma, it can be severe, even leading to ulcers or tissue damage.
What is Scleroderma?
Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease that causes hardening of the skin and connective tissue. In many cases, it affects the hands, making them stiff, swollen, or difficult to use. Raynaud’s is often one of the earliest signs of scleroderma.
Scleroderma can also affect internal organs like the lungs, heart, or digestive system, but for many people, managing hand symptoms is one of the biggest daily challenges.
The Problem with Current Treatments
Treatments for Raynaud’s and scleroderma-related hand issues are limited. Medications that dilate blood vessels can help, but they often have side effects. Other options, like hand therapy or surgery, may not always provide enough relief.
That’s why new approaches, like Frequency-Specific Microcurrent (FSM) therapy, are getting attention.
What is Frequency-Specific Microcurrent (FSM)?
FSM uses a very low-level electrical current—measured in millionths of an amp (microamps)—delivered through the skin. Specific frequencies are chosen to target particular tissues and conditions.
Unlike TENS machines, which use higher currents to block pain, FSM works on a cellular level, aiming to reduce inflammation, improve blood flow, and support tissue healing. Treatments are gentle, painless, and often relaxing.
FSM has been used for years to treat nerve pain, inflammation, and sports injuries. Now, researchers are exploring its potential for autoimmune conditions like scleroderma.
The Study: Can FSM Help Scleroderma and Raynaud’s?
A team of researchers, including Carolyn McMakin and experts from the University of Leeds, ran two small pilot studies to find out(5) Cytokine paper.
They used FSM to target blood flow and tissue health in the hands of people with scleroderma, many of whom also suffered from Raynaud’s. Here’s what they found:
Improved Hand Function: Participants reported significantly better hand function after FSM sessions.
Reduced Raynaud’s Symptoms: The frequency and severity of Raynaud’s attacks decreased, and pain levels dropped.
Better Blood Flow: Thermal imaging showed warmer hands after treatment, suggesting improved circulation.
Safe and Well-Tolerated: No significant side effects were reported.
These improvements were seen even in people who had struggled with their symptoms for years, offering hope for those who feel they’ve run out of options.
Why Does FSM Work?
The theory is that FSM:
Reduces inflammation in blood vessels and connective tissue.
Improves microcirculation (blood flow in the tiniest vessels).
Supports nerve and tissue healing.
Helps normalize cellular communication in affected areas.
Importantly, the frequencies used are selected to match specific tissues and conditions. For Raynaud’s and scleroderma, this includes frequencies that target inflammation, scar tissue, connective tissue, and circulation.
What This Means for You
While these are early-stage studies, they’re encouraging. FSM is non-invasive, drug-free, and well-tolerated—a welcome option for those who can’t tolerate medications or who want to explore complementary therapies alongside conventional care.
If you live with Raynaud’s or scleroderma, FSM may help:
Reduce the frequency and severity of Raynaud’s attacks.
Improve hand flexibility, comfort, and strength.
Support circulation and healing.
Enhance overall quality of life.
What to Do Next
If you’re curious about FSM:
Talk to us to discuss your needs.
Combine FSM with other care, such as hand exercises, stress management, and warmth strategies.
Be patient: While some feel immediate relief, a series of sessions is often needed for lasting change.
FSM is not a cure for scleroderma, it can be a valuable tool to help manage symptoms, reduce pain, increase movement and improve daily life.
The Bottom Line
Raynaud’s and scleroderma can be frustrating and painful, but new research is shining a light on safe, effective options like Frequency-Specific Microcurrent. It’s early days, but the results are promising—and for many, worth exploring.
