All You Need To Know About TENS Machine

Posted by James Mywellcare on June 8th, 2017

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, popularly known as TENS is a back pain treatment in which low voltage electric current is used to cure pain in back and other parts of the human body. The process is typically done with a tiny battery operated device which is known as TENS unit.

The device can be hooked at the waist on a belt and its two electrodes are attached on the back for constant treatment on the go. Battery operated device’s electrodes carry electric current which is passed to the skin.

How TENS Unit Works?

The TENS machinecomes with various adjustable settings to regulate amplitude of voltage to increase or decrease the rate of stimulation. The current passed through electrodes to the skin travels to targeted nerve paths. This produces a tingling sensation which creates a massaging effect and aids in reducing pain from the targeted part of the body.

One theory behind relieved pain is that the stimulation helps the body to produce anti pain agents called endorphins. Another theory is that it blocks the neural mechanism of the spinal chord to receive any pain signal.

The machine is really efficient in providing a pain management system to the patient. It is all the more better because it acts as a non-invasive and drug-free alternative with no side-effects. It is an absolutely safe device and the machine works differently with different people.

Keep these points in mind to use the device in a safe manner.

  • Do not leave electrodes for too long without checking them at short intervals.
  • Do not put the electrodes on an injured or irritated skin.
  • It is advisable to not drive while using the device.
  • Don’t use it during shower or with heating or cold pack.
  • Never use it while sleeping.

If you are planning to buy a TENS machine, here are a few essential things which should be kept in mind to buy the right device.

  • Knowing that you are buying the device for better health, it is essential to find a seller who is credible and supplies high-quality devices. Read online reviews and testimonials to find out all the relevant information about the seller.
  • Check out the range of modes available in the device. Greater modes to regulate current will allow to control the rate of stimulation in a better way.

You can get a good bargain with some research. Check out prices at different websites to find the best deal.

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