Transcutaneous
Electrical Nerve Stimulation
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How does
TENS work?
Pads are placed on or near the area of pain. Soothing pulses
are sent via the pads through the skin and along the nerve fibres.
The pulses (controlled by the user at all times) suppress pain
signals to the brain. TENS also encourages the body to produce
higher levels of its own natural pain killing chemicals called
Endorphins and Encephalins.
What
is the history of TENS?
Stone carvings from the Egyptian Fith Dynasty in 2500 BC depict
an electric fish being used to treat pain. Present day TENS
began after the landmark paper by Melzack and Wall 1965, entitled
"Pain Mechanism: A New Theory." An enormous amount
of scientific research followed, resulting in the therapy used
today.
Will
TENS work for me?
TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) is a highly
effective treatment for pain. It is used worldwide and recommended
by sports coaches, physiotherapy departments, pain clinics,
doctors and other medical practitioners. A TENS unit will ease
pain, and should result in a decrease of drug intake! For many
the relief is dramatic.
Numerous painful medical conditions can be eased with our products
including:-
Rheumatoid
and Osteo-arthritis
Back pain
Menstrual Pain
Labour Pain
Peripheral Nerve Injuries
Shingles
Headache and Migraine
Cancer Pain
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Phantom Limb Pain
Sports Injuries
Sciatica
Aching Joints
Post Operative Pain
Muscular Pain
Whiplash and Neck Injury and many others.
For years TENS therapy has been used worldwide in both hospitals
and the home. In some cases pain relief will continue (perhaps
for several hours) after the unit has been switched off.
For many
people, relief is so dramatic that using TENS has changed their
lives.
TENS is
a treatment well worth trying. It does not always offer a cure
but what it does do is relieve pain.
Remember
- pain is the body's means of warning that something is amiss.
Before using any Body Clock TENS unit, you should establish
the source and cause of your pain. Please consult a doctor to
ensure you are fully aware of the cause of your pain.
Contraindications:
Body Clock TENS units must not be used by patients using a demand
type pacemaker. Electrode pads should NOT be placed at the front
or side of the neck. Units should NOT be used when driving or
operating machinery.
Precautions:
Pregnant women and patients who have heart disease or epilepsy
should seek medical advice before using Body Clock TENS. NEVER
use Body Clock TENS or any other method of pain relief to mask
undiagnosed pain as this could require urgent treatment.
What
makes a Body Clock TENS better than the rest?
Body Clock only make the highest quality TENS units, known for
their ease of use, combined with the very latest in technology.
Body Clock are a well established company, with an excellent
reputation.
Are Body
Clock TENS units safe to use with other medication?
Yes, and you may be able to stop taking pain killing drugs or
at least reduce your intake.
Will
the treatment hurt?
No, the sensation felt is very pleasant and soothing and is
totally controlled by you.
Is a
Body Clock TENS machine easy to use?
Yes, extremely easy to use. Step by step instructions are provided
with every machine and if any further advice is needed please
contact us.
How long
before I feel benefit from my Body Clock TENS unit?
Some people's pain is relieved immediately whilst others need
a little longer. You should also take into account that it may
take a while to find the best position for the electrodes.
For how
long does the pain relief last?
Some benefit for days after only a half hour treatment, whilst
others need to keep their Body Clock TENS unit on for longer
periods.
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