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Dr. Ross > Health > TENS Units Can Provide Short-Term Pain Relief

TENS Units Can Provide Short-Term Pain Relief

By: Infused Health · Published On: December 20, 2021 · Last Updated: April 29, 2022

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Finding relief from pain is a priority when you’re hurting. There are many options available, including medication. However, some people don’t want to turn to medication to get that relief. Using natural or external methods of pain relief is highly desirable.

One option that some people choose to exercise is the use of electric muscle stimulator devices to feel their best. These use electric impulses at a low voltage to stimulate nerve cells in the area that’s painful. This can help to relieve pain, which can increase the quality of a person’s life.

Short-Term Pain Relief

The pain relief that comes from using a TENS unit is short-term. It can be used on a variety of types of pain. There are two theories as to why these units are able to help relieve pain. Despite the controversy surrounding this, the general consensus is that these TENS units do work. 

One theory is that these electronic muscle stimulation devices cause the body to release endorphins. These are natural pain relievers that help you to feel better. The other theory is that they block the transmission of pain signals so you don’t have the same perception of pain as you did before using the device. It’s possible that both of these theories are true, which means that TENS units attack pain in two different but complementary ways. 

Improved Physical Performance

You may find that your physical performance is enhanced when you use an electronic muscle stimulator. This may be because you aren’t feeling much pain. One thing to consider when you’re embarking on the journey of finding one of these devices is that some are targeted to work on the muscles and not only the nerve pathways. Those units could help you with muscle definition and the relief of muscle soreness. 

Nobody should ever think that using a TENS unit should be the only component of their physical fitness program. Instead, it should be used as a supplementary device that’s a part of an overall routine that includes healthy eating and an exercise program. 

When you embark on a journey to feeling your best and being physically fit, you should take the time to plan for staying active and eating healthy. By planning ahead, you increase the likelihood of meeting your long-term goals and being able to celebrate your successes along the way. 

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Ability to Enjoy Life

When you’re feeling your best and aren’t in constant pain, you’ll be able to enjoy your life more. Even people who have conditions such as fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, lower back pain, tendinitis, and other conditions can find relief from pain that allows them to have a better quality of life. 

Using these devices should be considered only one component of a healthy living program. Your doctor may provide you with other options that can help you with pain relief. Utilizing multiple options may help you to have optimal pain relief so that you’re able to focus on the things you enjoy doing instead of being so focused on the pain that life passes you by.

Choosing Your TENS Unit

One of the most important things that you can do when you’re ready to purchase an EMS machine is to buy one that meets your needs. Choosing one that has good electrodes or sticky pads and that’s easy for you to operate helps to ensure that you can do so safely. Individuals who have medical conditions should discuss the use of a TENS unit with their doctor to ensure that it is safe to do so. There are sometimes limitations that must be followed for certain people, such as those who are pregnant, have heart disease, or suffer from cancer.

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