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Learn MoreA transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit is a device that treats pain. It is small enough to hold in your hand. It comes with wires and pads that attach to the skin.
A TENS unit sends tiny electric signals to nerves near painful areas. The signals go from the device through wires placed on the skin with pads. The electric impulses activate nerves to reduce pain.
A TENS unit sends tiny electric signals to nerves near painful areas. The signals go from the device through wires placed on the skin with pads. The electric impulses activate nerves to reduce pain.
The feeling caused by TENS may feel like a tingle or a gentle massage.
Your care team will teach you how to use the TENS unit. Follow all their instructions.
Benefits of TENS include:
One of the benefits of using a TENS unit is that it does not involve needles or anything invasive.
Risks of TENS include:
A risk of TENS is that the device can interfere with drug patches near the electrodes.
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Reviewed: February 2022