TENS therapy involves the use of an electrical stimulator to treat pain from a variety of conditions. A TENS machine (which stands for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) can deliver low-voltage electric currents to nerves, blocking pain signals from reaching the brain and stimulating the release of endorphins.
In effect, it’s like a drug-free painkiller that can simply zap the pain away!
TENS therapy can help with a diverse range of conditions. That includes both acute pain (short term) and chronic pain (pain that has lasted for three months or longer).
Just some examples of the types of pain it can treat include:
- Joint pain
- Muscle pain
- Nerve pain
- Migraines
TENS therapy is often used to treat conditions including:
Benefits
- Ideal for people who want to avoid the side effects of painkillers (or are unable to take pain medication for any reason)
- Provides a gentle massage effect
- Promotes blood circulation
- Eases muscle tension
- Relieves joint stiffness.
TENS units are simple and safe to operate. The doctor will provide the correct settings and show you how to use it, and then you can take it home and use it yourself as needed.
TENS units use at least two electrodes to pass current through the body. The electrodes are typically adhesive pads that will stick to your skin. The electrical current will pass from one electrode to the other, so the positioning of the electrodes enables you to control where the electricity goes.
The process is safe and painless because the electrical current used is such a low voltage.
One of the great benefits of TENS therapy is it can provide immediate relief from pain. As soon as you switch on the device, it can begin disrupting the pain signals from the affected area.
The length of time the painkilling effects last once you switch off the TENS unit varies, but some patients have reported it can last up to 24 hours, and that the results improve after several sessions.
Cost and Coverage
Just like most of our services, our TENS therapy treatments are often covered through insurance, so they are probably available at little to no cost to you. That includes the coverage you may have through an employer, auto insurance, or workers’ compensation plan.
If you’re not sure if you’re covered, give us a call and we can help. Our services are also available at competitive rates.
Activa Clinics is the perfect place to get your TENS therapy. One reason for that is our comprehensive range of services.
TENS therapy is great for relieving pain, but in order to solve the underlying issue, TENS should be combined with other treatments.
With our diverse team of knowledgeable and experienced healthcare providers, we can create a custom treatment plan that incorporates a variety of treatments.
Our team includes:
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If you’re looking for a clinic nearby for TENS therapy, we can help. We have seven clinic locations in and around the GTA, serving communities including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Kitchener, Hamilton, and Scarborough.