Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS or TNS) is the use of electric current produced by a device to stimulate the nerves for therapeutic purposes. TENS, by definition, covers the complete range of transcutaneously applied currents used for nerve excitation although the term is often used with a more restrictive intent, namely to describe the kind of pulses produced by portable stimulators used to treat pain.
Is it safe to use a Portable TENS machine ?
It is absolutely safe to use a TENS machine at home but with some precautions.
Are TENS machines any good?
Tens Machines are a very safe treatment with no side effects, which is why a lot of people tend to choose this method of pain relief.
How long can the TENS pain relief last for?
The analgesic effect of low-frequency TENS takes longer to achieve but the pain relief produced by the endogenous opioids can last for some time. The post-stimulation analgesic effects of TENS can therefore last anywhere from five minutes to 18 hours.
