16-03-2009, 15:33
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TENS machines
Anyone use these? I've had a wrestling related back injury for almost 2 years now and I'm tired of painkillers. My doctor has suggested using one and I'm tempted....
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16-03-2009, 15:34
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Re: TENS machines
My wife used one during her pregancy and she swears by it.
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16-03-2009, 15:35
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Re: TENS machines
My sister uses one for her badly arthritic knee..it helps a lot when she needs to get some sleep at night.
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16-03-2009, 15:36
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Re: TENS machines
They simply block out the pain (if they work). If there is no treatment for the problem that is causing the pain then use a TENS. Otherwise get the problem sorted. Ignoring the pain (which is your bodys warning signal) will often lead to further injury.
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16-03-2009, 15:55
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Re: TENS machines
I've got one (£14.99 in Lloyds Chemist currently) and its quite good for a shoulder injury I sustained in two car accidents. It tends to take your mind off the pain almost immediately, especially if you turn it to maximum power 
That said, I've had a heavy-going day here (deadlines, deadlines!) so I think i'll be switching mine on and cranking it up tonight! 
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Last edited by superbiatch; 16-03-2009 at 16:07.
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16-03-2009, 15:58
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Re: TENS machines
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I've got one (£14.99 in Lloyds Chemist currently)
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I think that's the one I have my eye on. Isn't maximum power a bit uncomfortable though?
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16-03-2009, 16:00
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Re: TENS machines
I got one in cash generator a few months ago, but they are really cheap now anyway. I haven't braved using it yet though! On CF's recommendation I might give it a go tonight
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16-03-2009, 16:06
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Re: TENS machines
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I think that's the one I have my eye on. Isn't maximum power a bit uncomfortable though?
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Yes but it soon makes you forget your pain
In all seriousness, i have it set to No.2 or 3 and it goes to 5 - for that price its worth a try. (please note, I don't work for Lloyds )
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16-03-2009, 16:08
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Re: TENS machines
Heh heh ok, I'm off out to buy one then
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16-03-2009, 16:27
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Re: TENS machines
I have a one with 4 pads. For aching / stiff muscles they can work well. I use mine for pain relief and it's like a massage when on the right settings.
Get the wrong settings and you'll soon know what it's like to be 'tazered' - The main reason I don't use it as much as I should do as now got a bit of a fear / phobia of them.
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16-03-2009, 16:50
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Re: TENS machines
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I have a one with 4 pads. For aching / stiff muscles they can work well. I use mine for pain relief and it's like a massage when on the right settings.
Get the wrong settings and you'll soon know what it's like to be 'tazered' - The main reason I don't use it as much as I should do as now got a bit of a fear / phobia of them.
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aaaagh ok, you've really put me off now! 
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16-03-2009, 16:51
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Re: TENS machines
Right I've got mine now, I'm about to plug it in, let's have some fun
It has settings up to '15', hmmmm...
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16-03-2009, 16:56
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Re: TENS machines
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Right I've got mine now, I'm about to plug it in, let's have some fun
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How are you getting on Russ?
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16-03-2009, 16:56
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Re: TENS machines
Try pulse / 15.........
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16-03-2009, 16:57
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Re: TENS machines
Enjoy 
Both my wife & I use a tens. Me for lower back pain and er in doors for her fibromyalgia. Helps us both to varying degrees.
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