Would you zap yourself with electricity to get into shape?

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Betsy Morris, The Wall Street Journal
Physical therapists have long used small devices to deliver electrical stimulation to parts of the body to improve range of motion, relax muscle spasms, increase blood flow and stave off muscle atrophy in patients who can’t exercise (Photo: iStock)Premium
Physical therapists have long used small devices to deliver electrical stimulation to parts of the body to improve range of motion, relax muscle spasms, increase blood flow and stave off muscle atrophy in patients who can’t exercise (Photo: iStock)

Trendy workout delivers electrical impulses to muscles to try to supercharge exercise

One of the latest trends in boutique fitness is electrifying. Literally.