TENS Units Blog - Uses, Benefits and Research Information

Muscle knots and muscle tightness can be painful and sometimes debilitating, limiting range of motion and lasting for days or weeks if not not treated with the right techniques. Knots in the muscles are generally caused by strain, overworking of your muscles, or pain (read on to find out how). But there's good news! You can get rid of muscle knots using several different methods--including TENS therapy. That's right, TENS machines can be used to relieve muscle knots and tightness due to its relaxation effects on your muscles. If you are suffering from knots, tightness or stiffness in your muscles,...

Many weightlifters and professional athletes want to know if you can use TENS or EMS for muscle building during athletic training and conditioning, and if it can help you build muscle faster. The answer is yes, you can use EMS to build muscle faster in some cases. However TENS is used only as a pain reliever and for therapeutic effects. So, while EMS can grow your muscles, TENS can only help ease pain after a workout. How to use EMS for Muscle Building & growth? Using EMS during training enhances a workout by delivering additional muscle contractions via an electric...

Using Tens to Treat Neck Pain Millions of Americans suffer from neck pain (also called cervical pain). It can be caused by a variety of things, from sleeping in the wrong position, to poor posture at your laptop. It can also be caused by injury and strains like whiplash. Many people who suffer from neck pain seek alternative treatments for pain relief, especially when pain is chronic. Some work, and some do not. Many wonder, can you use TENS unit to treat neck pain instead of conventional painkillers? The answer is yes. TENS can be used to relieve neck pain....

Many patients want to know: is it possible to use a TENS unit for neck and shoulder pain? The answer is yes, but there are a few things you need to know, especially if you plan to use TENS for neck pain.     How to use a TENS Unit for Shoulder Pain Using TENS units for shoulder pain or shoulder related injuries is very similar to using it for any other part of the body. Electrodes are placed on or near where you feel the pain and the settings adjusted properly until relief is achieved. But since shoulders are...

FAQ for EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) Read the following FAQs for EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) or NMES (neuromuscular electrical stimulation) to learn more about this athletic training enhancer and rehabilitation technology.   What Is Electrical Muscle Stimulation or EMS? Electrical Muscle Stimulation (abbreviated EMS) is the use of electrical impulses to cause muscle contractions. Also known as electromyostimulation or neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), it is a tool used by body builders, athletes and physical therapy patients to strengthen muscles with a electrical charge, not by traditional contraction methods caused by the user from the nervous system. During EMS the electric charge...

If you suffer from back pain you are not alone. It impacts millions of Americans every year. You are also undoubtedly looking for some of the best products to treat back pain available. Well, have no fear there are many products out there to treat your back pain. It all depends on what you are suffering from, how intense or chronic your pain is, and what therapy matches your lifestyle and needs. We collected the top 5 back pain relief products from heating pads to painkillers to help you decide how to treat your symptoms. What are the Top 5...

Many people wonder: can TENS be used for sciatica pain relief? The answer is yes. TENS can relieve sciatica pain—even the radiating, and sometimes debilitating shooting pains that patients often experience. It's a safe, non-addictive painkiller alternative that might help you reduce discomfort and gain some mobility from sciatica. If you suffer from Sciatica pain you know how uncomfortable it can be. The radiating pain that can be hot or throbbing causes discomfort throughout your lower and upper back, in the buttocks, and down your legs to your feet and ankles. But there's no reason to continue to suffer—even if...

TENS units are a safe and effective way to get pain relief—and they are reusable saving you money. However, you may have noticed that TENS unit electrode pads lose their stickiness after awhile. Luckily there are simple ways to make TENS unit pads sticky again. This includes cleaning and applying electrode gel. You can also take a few simple steps to care for and maintain your TENS pads during use to extend their life and keep them stickier longer. How Clean TENS Electrode Pads TENS Units are highly reusable making them very cost effective. In fact, the only thing you...

Read these Surprising Stats on Neck Pain Take a look at these revealing and surprising neck pain statistics that shed light on a major health problem that impacts people around the world. According to studies, Neck Pain is a major health concern that can impact up to 75% of the population of certain countries. It impacts more people in countries where repetitive tasks are regularly performed by a large portion of the population. Neck pain is one of the more prevalent symptoms suffered in the United States. A variety of factors like ergonomics and posture can increase the chance of...

Finding the right neck pain treatment is not easy--especially today with such a range of options available. But it is as important as ever. Getting relief for your neck pain can mean the difference between leading a happy, fulfilling life, and dealing with the suffering day to day. Neck pain is more than a nuisance--and it’s not only physically debilitating, neck pain impacts your psychological and emotional state according to a study published by the National Institute of Health. Persistent neck pain, even in its mildest form, limits range of motion and distracts you throughout the day, limiting your ability...

The Top 7 Causes of Neck Pain: From Stress & Strains to Illness The causes of neck pain vary greatly--from muscle strains and injuries to disease and disc problems, even posture and diet can lead to a stiff neck. Some of the more common neck pain causes include sleeping in the wrong position or with the wrong type of pillow, repetitive motion, typing at a computer and even dehydration. If you experience neck pain you are not alone, it affects a large percentage of individuals in the United States. Studies show that anywhere from 10 to 20% of Americans suffer...

Revealing statistics on back pain that will surprise you These interesting back pain statistics for 2018 can help give you more insight into the widespread issue of chronic upper and lower back pain. If you think you know everything there is to know about back pain, think again. Some of this new information and stats on back pain might surprise you. These current statistics on back pain were compiled from authoritative websites and resources including the ASDA (American Spinal Decompression Association) and ESJ (European Spine Journal). They include all types of upper and lower back pain including muscle, vertebrae/disk, strains...