Using electricity to treat pain? It seems almost counterintuitive. But in reality, TENS – the Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator – is a great way to eliminate all sorts of chronic pain.
TENS is a device used successfully for over 30 years. It administers a mild electrical current via electrodes. It relaxes the muscles and soothes the nerves. Over time, with repeated treatments, it reduces chronic pain. Additionally, it also works instantly – right at the time of the application – to reduce severe pain.
but,if you want to get rid of pain,you have to see good practitioner..
Zak website:www.backachetherapy.co.uk
A recent review of studies available, indicates that transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), may provide immediate decrease in pain intensity. However, there was no evidence that TENS can improve short-term or long-term pain or perceived disability for chronic low back pain.
source:The Spine Journal. January/February 2008
Acupuncturist
There is a lack of evidence for the effectiveness of TENS at recommended treatment schedules. At lower treatment schedules in which TENS is used only intermittently or for short periods, there is no evidence that TENS provides effective pain relief. Further trials are required