Tens electrodes matter in therapy

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TENS Electrodes Matter In Therapy For those suffering from arthritis, gout, or period pain, undergoing that severe pain can be very challenging. There is no lack of methods out there for pain relief, but they all have their pros and cons. TENS Electropathy a Non-Invasive Therapy.

This kind of treatment uses electric signals as a part of the treatment. Electrical devices that can deliver electrical impulses at desired rates are mainly used for the purpose. TENS (Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation) is a battery operated, wearable medical device. Its portability makes it easy to use by the patients.


What Makes a TENS Unit? They were invented in the 1970s. They make use of electric signals which stimulates the nerve fibers. This, in turn, blocks the sensation of pain. A TENS device consists of following parts: Primary Device It is the most important part and is responsible for generating the electrical signals at the desired rate. Electrode Pads These are adhesive pads that can be attached to the affected location. Electrodes garments products come in various sizes and shapes. Their choice depends on the therapy of the affected area. The larger size ensures the desired spread, and the clothing gives them adhesive power. Leads It conducts electrical signals from the primary device to the electrodes. Nowadays, TENS may be wired or wireless.

A Peek into Their Working They can deliver mainly two kinds of impulses viz. low intensity-high frequency and high intensity- low frequency and it all depends on its primary device and the settings. For best results, it is desirable to get the prescription before using them.


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