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Ever heard of a Tens Machine?

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Tens machine is a staple part of treating pain for most therapists

BUT it is overused and far too relied upon. Most of all, it doesn’t treat the root of the problem only the symptoms

How does it work? Simple the Tens machine blocks pain signals which temporarily reduce pain and make you feel better. The keyword is temporary… So let’s talk about the pro’s and cons of using this machine, it does serve its purpose at certain times.

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Pros

1️⃣Portability: It’s small and can be taken anywhere you go.

2️⃣Noninvasive: Application is comfortable, easy, and all topical.

3️⃣Easy to use at home: It can be used whenever you need to relieve pain without visiting a therapist.

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4️⃣Immediate effects: Because of the fact that it blocks pain signals, you can feel the effects right away and helps most people just get through their day.

Cons

1️⃣Restrictions: Can’t be used if you’re pregnant, have a heart condition, have eczema or have a history of cancer.

2️⃣Lack of clinical evidence that this works: There hasn’t been a study to prove positive long term side effects of using the machine.

4️⃣Only treats the symptom: Using this machine is like using Tylenol, it can take away the pain temporarily but when the medicine wears off, your pain is still there. You need to treat the ROOT of the problem.