What is TENS Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation?
Category: Procedures
Generic name: Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
See also: Icy Hot Smart Relief Tens Back Pain Therapy STS Dynatron Machine Sympathetic Therapy System
Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation (TENS) is an electronic device that produces electrical signals used to stimulate nerves through unbroken skin.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complex regional pain syndrome type I | 276 | 9 | |
| Complex regional pain syndrome type II | 225 | 9 | |
| Pain | 189 | 56 | |
| Failed back syndrome | 144 | 9 | |
| Fibromyalgia | 94 | 27 | |
| Chronic pelvic pain syndrome | 61 | 2 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 5 | |
| Moderate | 5 | |
| Mild | 14 | |
| None | 104 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with TENS Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Pain | 4 | |
| Uncomfortable | 2 | |
| Achiness | 1 | |
| Anxious mood | 1 | |
| Burn marks from pads on too long (electrical stimulation) | 1 | |
| Buzzing electric sensation | 1 |
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