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What is TENS and briefly how does it work? |
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. Battery powered device that transmits a low frequency electrical impulse to neural receptors under the skin |
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What are the physiological effects of high and low TENS? |
Both modes of stimulation used to produce pain relief High TENS - stimulates the A beta fibres and analgesia is produced by the pain gate theory Low TENS - Stimulates the A Delta and C fibres which produces pain relief via the descending pain suppression (PAG) |
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TENS safety notes |
Keep out of reach of children Do not use TENS if driving or using dangerous equipment |
