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How to make your TENS unit electrode pads sticky again

Keeping TENS electrode pads sticky for longer Since you are reading this article, you probably already know what TENS is and how it works. On the other hand, you might feel that your new friends, the electrodes, are starting to fail you and you just

What is a TENS unit and how does it help with pain?

TENS, or Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, is a type of pain therapy that uses skin surface electrodes to deliver low voltage electric impulses that stimulate the nerves in your body and reduce the sensation of pain. TENS is most commonly delivered from small, hand held,

Are TENS units safe? Benefits and contraindications of TENS therapy

TENS units have become popular as an alternative treatment for pain management. And because they are mostly safe, TENS units are available over the counter (OTC) and can be purchased online, without a prescription. There are however a few cases where TENS device should be