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(also known as Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulator, Neurostimulator, Nerve Stimulator)
A Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator, more commonly referred to as a TENS unit and pronounced tens, is an electronic device that produces electrical signals used to stimulate nerves through unbroken skin. The name was coined by Dr. Charles Burton. The unit is usually connected to the skin using two or more elec... more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Fibromyalgia | 1063 |
72% |
| Chronic Pain | 973 |
71% |
| Back Pain | 597 |
75% |
| Reflex Sympathetic Dyst... | 6 |
83% |
| Endometriosis | 4 |
75% |
Overall, 73% (2681
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TENS Reviews
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I have one but don't really know how to use it for my condition.
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WORKS GOOD FOR MY BACK
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Help some
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it works while the unit is on
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My TENS helps when I am in intense pain, however it is diffcult to wear out of the house (mine is bulky with all the wires), great for home though.
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I expected absolutely nothing, just tried and then I could reduce my painkiller-intake drastically. That is really great. My therapist used warm pads with stimulating vibes. No side effects!
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1985-1995 and 2009 again- This is the best thing in the world. I just got my new one and have cut my short-acting med by half.
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I just got my new TENS. I had one 25 yrs ago, which stopped functioning 15 yrs ago. Already the new one is helping significantly
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Have a unit at home and it works a little bit.
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I use as needed and it does help
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Discussions
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implanted nerve stimulator????
I have permanent S1 nerve damage and had burning/searing pain 24/7. I was reclined 23 hours a day and still hurt terribly. After 3 L5-S1 surgeries, ... [More] -
implanted nerve stimulator????
I had one implanted in 2006 and for three years it worked and I was able to be pain med free. It works by sending electrical stimulation up and down y... [More] -
TENS MACHINE LINK
I have used a TENS unit for many years off and on. I just got a new one recently, I need one with a timer on it. I am very happy with it. No lovin, i... [More] -
Nerve Stimulator
ONe of the things the doc has mentioned is implainting a nerve stimulator in my back. Has anyone had an experience with this they would care to share? [More]
