How to Use a TENS Unit
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- Опубліковано 25 тра 2024
- Physical Therapist Ann Greenan-Nauman explains how to use a TENS unit for pain relief in this step-by-step video. Ann also includes some important precautions for patients using the unit, plus skin care tips. For more information about physical therapy at the UVM Medical Center visit: www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/P...
Thank you! My Pain Management Dr recommend a TENS unit to me. I got mine a couple days ago and it’s been “ok-good”. I read the instruction booklet. Nowhere did it mention the cross-cross placement. I’m treating chronic low back pain, and when my husband crisscrossed them on my back for me today it made SUCH a difference! It is now a solid good+ for helping me manage my pain.
Thank you for this! You have a calm and professional way of presenting, thank you again.
GREAT input regarding pain. Pain is a messenger of communication. 👍
A very simple easy to go instruction.
Easy to understand straight forward video 👍
Thank you, I learned a lot. Perfect Video .
thanks this is the first tens unit I have had that you can use 4 pads and was lost and the book sucked. thank you so much it helped alot
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Great Tens instructions!
Very well explained thanks for your time🛐
Thank you for this understanding of Tens 7000
Excellent instructions! You are a great teacher, as well as a PT!
I find this very helpful as a PT in training. Thank you so much
As a PT and with your know-how, can you use this after a broken bone has healed (more than a year before) to deal with the pain?
This is an excellent instruction video!
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Thank you so much for this excellent instructional
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Excellent information thank you so much
Thank you for a clear instructive video.
Thank you for your instructional video. It helped a lot.
Great video. Thank you!
I was discouraged seeing the length of your video, but am SO GLAD my husband and I watched. You are great in all aspects. Thank you so much for your wonderful information and presentation. We appreciate you.
If you don't got 12 minutes to learn how to use it properly then you probably don't need the machine that badly
Thanks so much for the video .
Good explaining and showing us Thankyou for ur time. X
Great job thanks 👍🇨🇦
Thank you,I appreciated you mam ,I learned more from this lecture
Amazing thanks 😃
The TENS unit she is using is the TENS AA. Both the TENS AA and the Ultima U5 are FDA and GSA approved and a prescription is normally required by a physician. The pulse width and pulse rate on these prescription required units are adjustable while over the counter consumer units are not adjustable. The beauty of these units is they use inexpensive AA batteries which are easy to find and have more capacity than the retail over the counter units that use more expensive multiple AAA or 9V batteries which also has less capacity.
How much????
@@seemakousar8313 Anywhere from under $30.00usd to over $150.00usd for the same unit !
@PinkPower4 The Ultima Combo is both a TENS and an EMS machine !
Very good demonstration and well explained.
And is this much better than the standard electric still pads which look exactly the same?
I use this same unit for scoliosis. Its difficult it put them on without help in that spot. Pain from scoliosis is insane. Pain meds don't help at all. The tens helps numb it
Thank you
Thank you I was given the tens, and told to read the instructions, smh. You did a great job!!
Thank you so much dr ☺️☺️
Few additional points. 1) When you remove the sticky pads, do not remove them by pulling them off by holding the cable from the electrode as you are likely to damage the wire. 2) Batteries loose their power after repeated use, and you may find you are turning the power levels higher to compensate. At this point, you should think about changing the batteries. 3) When you are walking around with the unit connected, be careful not to catch the electrode cables and damage them. 4) Always start the program ensuring the power levels are set to minimum, and the electrodes are in situ.
Nicholas? Batteries LOOSE power after repeated use?! Gosh I’m 68 yrs old and that’s news to me!!!
@@stevenc8140 I thought all his tips were common sense too, but then again people really are THAT stupid these days! There is no such thing as common sense anymore.
Thanks for mansplaining to a doctor...
Thank you, Nicholas. Your info is usefull. But, what about rechargeable batteries? When they loosed their power, I discharge them with my lanterns until there is that residual low-energy led light. Then I charge them. Come visit my channel, I have health stuff in English.
@@stevenc8140 pretty sure the _actual_ point was to emphasize that "when you find yourself turning the power level higher" is a good sign to replace the batteries. That is indeed a good tip, that might not be obvious to many who are not necessarily familiar with how these units behave.
TnQ so much ♥️
What are the difference between Red & Black wire? How do we know where to put red wire and where to stick the black wire? Pls advise. TQ.
It doesn’t matter some of them don’t even have red and black
Thanks 🌼♥️
Thanks so much for your knowledge. I found all these youtube videos don't explain the positive (red+) and the negative (neg-) electrodes that are pertaining the flow of electrical pulse feed. Like to know the direction of wavelength applied to the back, would it be downward or upward wave flow, how to set it? Thank you.
Agreed..... an explanation for negative and positive usage would be great
Thank you maaam this was very helpful the chiro just handed it to me and said here you go this should help follow instructions but I was like huhhh 😮 so thank you kind maam
How do you choose the width and rate?
Any beneficial effects after use
Or is it only helpful when on sight of pain ?
Using for Achilles tendonitis
Can you use this with a lidocane patch? Where do i place the electrodes?
I have just received my tens , you did great on explaining this . But I got to my PT on wed it’s Monday now so I’m gonna wait and let Bob to do it and show me . But if I need refresher course I no where to go . Thanks for you time .
Thx
Good video
I bought this for neuropathy,can it help restore nerves
Can it be used along with hot pack?coz thats how it was done during session today.i have shoulder stiffness
Can u use a TENS unit after shockwave therapy?
Can we use tens for frozen shoulder...? Thanks
so you're saying , that the Tens unit is used to mask the pain ... does it help with the affected area?
for example i have a very tight trapezius muscle causing me severe headaches.
the pain goes away after 5 minutes of tennis ball rolling.
will the tens unit do the same thing ?
El Jefe can you tell me more about the tennis ball rolling? My mom is in constant pain, just between the shoulder blades, probably the trapezius or rhomboid.. and her muscles are very knotty - i can feel them as i massage her back.. 🥺☹️
@@thirteenbee3890 actually I use a much harder ball like a croquet ball . You just gotta place it between yourself and a wall and lean in and let your own weight press it down . You can find many examples here in UA-cam ! :)
El Jefe does it work well for you? And how frequently do u do it?
@@thirteenbee3890 it's very good for my trapezius pain as well as my sciatica as the pressure goes very deep
Yes very effective in getting rid of localized pain and numbness in the shoulder blades due to poor blood circulation. I would even say it builds muscle mass as well !
Would this disable a rfid chip in skin?
What do you use the gel for?
What is the difference between TENS & EMS unit? I got a personal unit and when the box arrived, it says massager on it.
TENS is for pain management and EMS is for muscle stimulation. They are basically the same type machines except for an EMS the Pulse Width has to be able be to go above 200uS to 400uS so the muscle has a longer contradiction time. Most non prescription retail over the counter units will say massager because they Pulse Rate and Pulse Width cannot be adjusted and only preset programs/modes are available. A combination unit like the PTM Ultima COMBO will act as both a TENS and EMS unit for just a few dollars more.
@@etow8034 Thanks for taking the time to respond and comment, that information sounds good / makes sense from my (a basic) point of view, and as I still like to know and understand the difference to be able to make the best / most informed decisions when I could be buying and using stuff, IE consumer products, etc.
I would be curious if the unit you identified would be any harder to take care of or use? Thanks.
@@fredminpin Actually the PTM Ultima U5 or TENS AA are one of the few units that is approved by the FDA and Veterans Affairs that are used by chiropractors and in hospitals, they are also the standard units that are issued to military veterans. The important thing is that they use two standard AA batteries that are inexpensive and available everywhere instead of using multiple AAA or expensive 9V batteries that are often seen in other retail units costing anywhere from twice to fifty times more. As for ease of usage these units they are no more complicated then consumer units, but are more versatile because you can manually adjust the PR and PW for some of the pre-programmed modes. The PTM Ultima COMBO is one of the best choices you can make for the money that is both a TENS and EMS unit for under $50usd they also the most powerful units outputting 150mA or power whereas most consumer units output only 80-130mA !
Please advice for peripheral neuritis pain in feet
Anyone bought the InnovaGoods mini-TENS machine? I got it yesterday and I follow the instructions but I won't feel anything from the electrodes no matter the intensity. Anyone has this problem?
Hi.
Up to how many Volts can a standard TENS unit induce/produce?
The electricity induced by the instrument, is it current free?
This particular TENS unit outputs from 6V to 73V at 500Ohms with just two AA batteries(3.0V to 3.4V) the current is stored as capacitance so it a can be a lot of amperage just like a photo flash or bug zapper and a set of AA alkaline batteries lasts a long time way over 2+ months with everyday use !
How can I get A and B to work at the same time
Can you use this if you have medal in your body.I have screws in my foot and dental implants
Robert? She talked about that in the 2nd chapter. She gives what/when NOT to use it with
Where do I get the replacement electrodes? I’ve looked online and nothing pops up for my model
I buy mine on ebay. I select by looking at the pictures and ratings
Does it help with increasing mobilization?
I don't believe the evidence supports tens as significantly beneficial for mobilization , but at the same time I have seen people use it in the clinic use tens to do that.
Before getting one from a chiropractor for around fifty bucks I tried my friends that cost around a hundred. It was digital and I liked it when it built up to a big charge. It was great feeling. The one I have only pulses. So is Burst what I was experiencing? I would like to get one like my friends that has that feature. Can you or anyone recommend one. What kind are you using?
Most of these machines have manual or program options for burst mode. You don't need to buy fancy expensive units.
What is tapping, vibration and kneading and program option
This refers to the way the pulse of electricity is delivered to the electrodes. Tapping produces short sharp pulses, vibration produces a long series of pulses, kneading produces a series of pulses that increase in intensity and feel like they are 'massaging' the area. Program options are pre-defined pulse formation options. Pulses are delivered to the electrodes by their frequency, their width and their intensity.
Thank you very much
I'm a physical therapist from Tanzania. In my country there is no TENS unit. Help please I need it.
...but you have internet service?
Aliexpress? If you have internet in Tanzania, buy it online unless you’re in the middle of Serengeti park…
Is there certain points on the body it needs to be placed? Or can it go any where the pain is i,e the lower back, or on head temple?
She said almost at the beginning not the head area
Can we use it for tennis elbow??
Yes to reduce pain
How much cost this tens
How much it cost?
Using it now that's to the west palm beach v.a. this shit is amazing
Do u use it to help
Muscle recovery?
when u turn on the tens and turn it up .. is it ok for ur muscle to spasm
TENS EMS 28 Programs (Model: JRW-666), JRW Manufacturer
You can adjust the Pulse width and frequency by yourself
Working time 5-90 minutes, Intensity: 1-80 levels.
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Why don't you post what it costs? A lot of people sure are asking and nobody is answering! 🤷
@@kipdon nobody posts prices because a 5-second internet search brings up 1000s of hits for TENS units, all with wildly varying prices, so posting here doesn't help. Even simply looking them up on Amazon shows 100s of different models, from
What’s the right power for albow pain
Hi, I used this Natures Gate TENS machine, but I use more pro machines now, but the power level is basically what's comfy for you, a strong sensation on the skin is a good indicator.
but what they don't mention is the frequencies are a major part, 1-100hz and your in the Pain Gate area. Above 100--150mhz is endorphin realise.
Plus the electrode bandwiths play a good part, don't have it of the 250us setting pull it down so its focused around 90-110us this again is Pain Gate area, 110-250us is endorphin release.
My advice is set the frequency to 60-70mhz and bandwidth of 110us, this will give you Pain Gate control, which it think will help you best, and with this machine its far more comfy on the skin.
but the harder Tapping will really help with pain control.
make sure the electrodes surround the painful area in a square shape as best as possible.
I hope this helps you..
@@cambsflyer42 thanks for the beautiful explanation
Depends if you place the pads in the right gateway of the nerve. A 3-4 setting is more than enough for this unit, if not try moving and placing the pads in a different spot.
Red or anode is usually proximal for innervated mm, right?
Can you use this for tinnitus volume decrease? Thank you
a) I'm not sure how electrical stimulation would help, but i'm most definitely not a doctor, but more importantly, b) you should not place the pads anywhere too close to your brain, so I don't think there'd be a way to attach the pads in any potentially effective locations to criss-cross the inner ear.
Some say to put the pad right on the most painful spot.... Confusing what's right... 🙄
Read something about nerves in muscles, put it ON the terminal nerve this is going to cause simulation over all the structure.
Is it dangerous if you use it on the level when your muscles start to twitch? I usually use it on my face, and wherever I place it on my face, I get muscle twitch, like my eye or mouth twitches, looks pretty fun! But it feels like hard massage so for me it's no problem, but it looks like I'm having heavy cramps on my face. Hahahaha
I develop involuntary twitching on my eye. Hope it will go away. 😔
this is over stimulating the muscle causing it to spasm, probably not a good idea and unnecessary. You should be trying to gently exercise the muscle enough that any pain is reduced. Over exercising the muscle is likely to leave that muscle feeling tired and weak.
It can lead to muscle fatigue or muscle tear if on high intensity.
I think the guy was joking up there. LoL I'm pretty sure (at least I suspect) that he's going to try it next on his... weiner! -BwaaHa Ha! (right?)
Not applicable on head/facial, genitalia, direct spine areas. May damage more sensitive nerves…
Shenzhen JRW Manufacturer for TENS/EMS Machine
JRW Manufacturer for TENS EMS (Model: JRW-666)
You can adjust the Pulse width and frequency by yourself
Cheap price and best quality
The TENS EMS from China JRW Manufacturer is best quality , I like it very much
Someone tell me if u can use this to workout
you can soothe pain after workout
There are specific machines on the market for toning muscles. They are not called TENS machines and normally sold under a brand name.
Best explanation and instruction on how to use it. The manual is useless. The machine is ok but the design is horrible. As a first time user you can,t read the black letters which are on the dark blue buttons. 😱
Great explanation Ann!! Have you ever encountered dynamic neuromodulation? I just created a video on the 5 main reasons this technology outperforms TENS. I would LOVE to know what you think! xo @
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Maybe also add in American Heritage into the search bar.
Price???
That looks nothing like MY Tens Unit!!
Its called a right angle connector not a "bent end" Might also want to explain why red is red and black is black, I understand not everyone cares about the electronics perspective of a device only used for pain, but its a nice explanation to give your users. Otherwise good video.
IMO; I truly don't think it matters.
When you put them on, the mini electric zaps go from one to the other. Doesn't matter for the red/black, other than keeping them (the 2 stick-ons) together as a set and centering the pain spot between them.
Well shoot I think I have messed up pretty much all of my life me and my friends. we would stick them on our faces and on our necks and watch each other have them funny reactions and twitches LOL stupid we were lol but it was fun
You are lucky you are still here here to talk about it.
We really do not usually treat each other badly here at all regardless of ancestries, sexual preferences, religious or other kinds of spiritual beliefs or the lack thereof then that thing tried to take us all over and succeeded with quite a few.
Maybe try different orders.
Sggyfc
Oh, telling this one because you look related, but they tried to switch us up and sometimes try to redesign us.
Bro... you good?
@@superstrongdoggo3233 loool im fully confused aswell
Identical twins are usually used in this manner
They try to make us act like them as well.
And they try to get us to blame each other.
Shut yo dumbass up already
Do not cross electrode on spinal section 1 side both electrodes apply on same side and repeat same not apply cross
video corrupt.
Looks fine to me.
Yes
I belong from India. Please speak in English
Tens unit challenge
*So the brain is tricking itself 🤨🧐🤔*
They try to mind control act me as well.
You need help
Girl, you ok? I mean pls don’t do it, life is precious. Call 911…
I think I gained some weight back.
gw kesini karna nyari bahan halu
Michael Reeves has a better instruction video.
We are United States Of Americans. We are not harsh extremists as long as not being abused and if they are not trying to make us act abusive.