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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>Using a TENS Unit For Chronic Pain<br />
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A Transcutaneous (which means in the skin) Electrical Nerve Stimulator machine, thankfully shortened to a [http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/offsite/?pg=http://tensunitreviewsnow.com/ tens unit], is a small battery operated device that sends electrical impulses through wires to electrodes attached to the skin on or nearby the painful area.<br />
You can personally control how strong and just what frequency the electrical impulse is about at. It will prickly feeling and research suggests which the sensation distracts ones attention from pain, and works on the principles of our Gate Theory.<br />
It transmits the electrical impulse to the large nerve fibres, and closes the 'gates' of a typical small nerve fibres that are sending pain signals towards the brain.<br />
It concerns the size of a PDA, and is built to be portable so usually features a clip to help you attach it into your clothing. There are different types of electrodes pads. There are many that should be used with gel and it's possible there are adhesive electrode pads. Some could cause skin irritation, there are plentiful types to try. Most people are not everlasting, and need replacing. It really is safe to don the electrode pads at all times.<br />
The following groups cannot use it:<br />
When the cause of the pain will not be known or not diagnosed..<br />
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Pacemakers<br />
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Epilepsy or certain types of complications due to heart disease.<br />
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In the UK, you could be referred to a Pain Clinic from our doctor, in case applicable, these can ensure that you get one to trial, and also the pack usually deals voucher to get one on a very decent discounted price.<br />
I had one for about a month, and found it would only function for me in short bursts. Any one of brand that I used, I applied the pads in the event the skin is slightly damp for better adhesion. There exists others though that demand skin to get completely dry. It is important you read the instructions for your brand of TENS machine.<br />
As I've said, you can use the TENS unit all the time, however there are some restrictions to stick to: You will never utilize the [http://transition.fcc.gov/fcc-bin/bye?http://tensunitreviewsnow.com/ tens machine]<br />
While driving or operating machinery. The nurse along at the pain clinic said this was crucial. God forbid something happened when operating a motor vehicle, your insurance will probably be invalid.<br />
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While throughout bath<br />
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While lying down<br />
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On damaged and broken skin<br />
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This is definitely a general list and not exhaustive. Even though it hasn't worked for some, others have discovered it into be considered a welcome relief and alternative to medication.<br />
Before trying a TENS machine you must speak to your doctor or health care professional to ensure it could be applied to your condition.<br />
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