TENS Overview

TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) is a one of the most sought out and commonly used methods for drug-free pain relief.   TENS primarily aims to provide a degree of symptomatic pain relief by exciting sensory nerves and thereby stimulating either the pain gate mechanism and/or the opioid system.  Used for acute or chronic conditions, TENS therapy can alleviate your symptoms and help you return to exercise and the activities you love.

InTENSity TENS/NMES - Rx Required

The InTENSity Digital Units are among the latest, and most sophisticated electrotherapy devices for pain relief on the market.  This is the first full-line of portable, combination electrotherapy devices to have preset programs by body part, and customizable programs in one device.

These devices have the most innovative, up-to-date programs and waveforms available to provide easy to use, noninvasive pain relief. Powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery, the 2nd Generation InTENSity devices are perfect for at-home or on-the-go therapy.

TENS Unit Safety and precautions

Unlike surgery or prescription drugs, TENS is virtually risk free from injury, side effects or addiction. The low-volt electrical current delivered by the electrodes only penetrates the skin to the level of the nerve fibers, usually only one to two inches. This poses no danger to most individuals. However, those with cardiac conditions and/or pacemakers, and pregnant women should consult their doctors before using TENS. TENS can cause skin irritation to those with sensitive skin, allergies and/or those who over use the device without proper rests. Do not use when you drive or operate heavy machinery.  Do not apply TENS for undiagnosed syndromes until etiology is established or where electrode placement that current to flow transcerebrally (through the head).  Do not stimulate over the eyes or carotid sinus nerves.