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I want to know more about TENS stimulation

Posted by cb3 @cb3, Apr 29 7:37am

TENS means transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation. "A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (TENS) sends electrical pulses through the skin to start your body's own pain killers. The electrical pulses can release endorphins and other substances to stop pain signals in the brain. TENS can reduce pain."

This sounds good but I am still at the level of curiosity coupled with fear. Can TENS cause brain damage? And what's this about too much B6 causing more damage? I don't see how we can group everybody's metabolic systems into one clump. Can this stimulator cure PN? How long does the pain level stay at bay? How many treatments do you need and how often? I've seen the machines at Amazon. Would a neurologist have them in their office? Will this stimulator work on lumbar multilevel degenerative disc disease?

We do not have a neurologist in this whole county. And I'm not keen on traveling long distances to see one. And I just learned our Podiatrist is leaving so I need to find the new one who is replacing him. Your support is greatly accepted at all levels. Thanks. CB

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cb3 | @cb3 | May 2 11:48am
In reply to @gus0557 "Hi CB, If in this group with all of us going through this condition we cannot..." + (show)
@gus0557

Hi CB,
If in this group with all of us going through this condition we cannot vent out, then there is no other place in the world for us. You're not rattling on and on and on. We're all in the same boat and we only have each other for support since those around us have no clue nor have the desire to find out about the challenges of this condition. They simply don't care.
I just told another member as the saying goes: "what doesn't kill you will only make you stronger". We just have to adjust to try to cope with the condition and rely only on our own self and each other. That's all we have.
Day by day. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is an unknown future. And there is wisdom hidden even in pain.
Take care and have a serene weekend,
gus

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You have a philosophical mind. And I appreciate listening to you. Thanks for being in my corner. CB

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cb3 | @cb3 | May 2 12:04pm
In reply to @gus0557 "Hello again CB, Indeed, the psychological challenge of trying to cope with neuropathy is the most..." + (show)
@gus0557

Hello again CB,
Indeed, the psychological challenge of trying to cope with neuropathy is the most critical part of dealing with this condition. It is not easy, in fact quite difficult to find people that will just be there to offer support. I can suggest to you to check out the following website which you might already know about:
https://www.foundationforpn.org/
they do offer support groups along with video chats.
Yes, we do turn to GOD but GOD did not create us to be an island on our own. HE created us to love and be loved. On our own and alone, this will never happen. We all need another person. That's the essence of being realistic as you mentioned.
Take care and keep smiling,
gus

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Thanks for link, Gus. I'll look through it.

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gus0557 | @gus0557 | May 2 4:03pm
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@cb3

You have a philosophical mind. And I appreciate listening to you. Thanks for being in my corner. CB

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Thank you CB for your reply. I'm just a fool in constant search for wisdom in everything.
Take care.

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gus0557 | @gus0557 | May 2 4:04pm
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@cb3

You have a philosophical mind. And I appreciate listening to you. Thanks for being in my corner. CB

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You're most welcome.

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William | @willgranger1127 | May 2 6:34pm

I bought a TENS unit from Oxiline.com. It zaps quite well. It was a bit more $ than Azamon, but my DC said some of his patients were getting these and thought they were good. I may have thrown away $50 extra dollars, but so what. I think TENS and various supplements help. It takes decades to develop neuropathy, so it may take a long time to fix it. My best for you!

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bigbob5461 | @bigbob5461 | 6 days ago

I was diagnosed with neuropathy last September…I’m 83..6’4” and 265 pounds..I don’t have pain..not even burning just a feeling of tightness in my feet and ankles..and I feel somewhat weak..and experience and unstable feeling and head just doesn’t feel normal. Dizzy—no….ive been taking 600mg of R-lipoic acid daily..and drastically cut back on sweets: candy, pastry, ice cream. I realize there’s not a cure—you would think in 2025 there would be medication to slow the process. Any advice from anyone..

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cit10jetjockey | @cit10jetjockey | 6 days ago
In reply to @willgranger1127 "I bought a TENS unit from Oxiline.com. It zaps quite well. It was a bit more..." + (show)
@willgranger1127

I bought a TENS unit from Oxiline.com. It zaps quite well. It was a bit more $ than Azamon, but my DC said some of his patients were getting these and thought they were good. I may have thrown away $50 extra dollars, but so what. I think TENS and various supplements help. It takes decades to develop neuropathy, so it may take a long time to fix it. My best for you!

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I used the tens stimulus along with their socks for a long time and it didn’t work. I have PN but no pain, just numbness and weakness. PN is here to stay and no cure is in sight.

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William | @willgranger1127 | 5 days ago
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@cit10jetjockey

I used the tens stimulus along with their socks for a long time and it didn’t work. I have PN but no pain, just numbness and weakness. PN is here to stay and no cure is in sight.

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Yep, no cure for sure. I try all kinds of things and some do a little bit here or there. Supplements that increase nitric oxide in the blood stream seem to help, edema supplements, B12, CBD gummies, Voltaren topical gel, percussion gun vibration, walking, etc. ad in$initum. I think I'm keeping PN at bay and easing the symptoms, but no cure yet. Thanks for your reply.
Will

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heisenberg34 | @heisenberg34 | 5 days ago
In reply to @bigbob5461 "I was diagnosed with neuropathy last September…I’m 83..6’4” and 265 pounds..I don’t have pain..not even burning..." + (show)
@bigbob5461

I was diagnosed with neuropathy last September…I’m 83..6’4” and 265 pounds..I don’t have pain..not even burning just a feeling of tightness in my feet and ankles..and I feel somewhat weak..and experience and unstable feeling and head just doesn’t feel normal. Dizzy—no….ive been taking 600mg of R-lipoic acid daily..and drastically cut back on sweets: candy, pastry, ice cream. I realize there’s not a cure—you would think in 2025 there would be medication to slow the process. Any advice from anyone..

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If you are not having pain, count yourself fortunate. The fiery, burning in my feet, ankles, thighs, buttocks has taken most activities away from me. I cannot stand very long, let alone walk very far. I will gladly trade this burning pain for tingling and numbness.

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bigbob5461 | @bigbob5461 | 5 days ago
In reply to @heisenberg34 "If you are not having pain, count yourself fortunate. The fiery, burning in my feet, ankles,..." + (show)
@heisenberg34

If you are not having pain, count yourself fortunate. The fiery, burning in my feet, ankles, thighs, buttocks has taken most activities away from me. I cannot stand very long, let alone walk very far. I will gladly trade this burning pain for tingling and numbness.

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Heisenberg34…How long have you had neuropathy? Have you made major changes to your diet and exercise schedule since?? I am not diabetic…not sure if different types yield different symptoms

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