TENS Units: Electrical Stimulation for Pain Relief

What is a TENS unit?

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) units are increasingly recognized as a valuable tool in managing shoulder pain, particularly in

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physiotherapy settings. These devices deliver low-voltage electrical impulses through the skin, which can help alleviate pain by interrupting the pain signals sent to the brain.

How does TENS work?

TENS units operate on the principle of pain gate control theory, TENS can effectively reduce the perception of pain, allowing patients to engage more fully in their rehabilitation exercises. This is particularly beneficial for individuals undergoing shoulder pain physiotherapy

TENS operates on different frequencies- convention, burst and acupuncture like. The new TENS units have pre set programs for being user friendly and come with a guided book for the same. A Physiotherapist can always help you understand the use of these programs and their efficacy in different conditions and demands. 

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Who should not use a TENS unit?

TENS Contraindications (When to Not not use a TENS unit)- Patients with a Pacemaker or any other implanted electronic device should be considered a contraindication.
● Patients who have an allergic response to the electrodes, gel or tape
● Electrode placement over dermatological lesions e.g. dermatitis, eczema
● Application over the anterior aspect of the neck or carotid sinus[6]

TENS precautions (When to be careful while using a TENS unit):
● Any abnormal skin sensation, the electrodes should preferably be positioned elsewhere to ensure effective stimulation

How can I get a TENS unit and learn to operate one properly?

We carry a wide range of TENS units, come by in the clinic today to get one and operate a TENS unit properly to maximize its benefits for any acute or chronic pain shoulder,
knee, neck, low back pain and more. TENS units are covered by most extended health plans.

Are you on your way!! If you still have questions, come and see me. We can chat, learn and assess the pain further and provide you with valuable educational resources and help resolve the pain with the effective Physiotherapy techniques. Call 604-533-1819 or book today online

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Written by Mandeep (Meenie) Hundal, M.Sc. PT, B.P.T.

Meenie has been working as a musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with more than 10 years of experience treating musculoskeletal injuries, she has been practicing since 2016 in Canada. Meenie has a Masters in Science Physiotherapy which she completed with merit and was awarded the vice chancellor scholarship award. She is certified in both IMS, Vestibular and Concussion rehabilitation.

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