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..
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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
