| Frequency | 3–7 days·week−1 |
| Objective | To increase peripheral muscle strength in severely deconditioned or bed-bound patients |
| Mode | Pulse duration 200–700 μs Duty cycle 2–10 s on/4–50 s off |
| Intensity | Increase intensity (mA) until a visible muscle contraction occurs or to the maximum tolerated level Increase intensity whenever possible |
| Duration | One to two sessions per day, total exercise time per day 20–60 min |
Data from [69].