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Does anyone recommend a portable, rechargable TENS unit for pain?

Posted by bustrbrwn22 @bustrbrwn22, Aug 29, 2020

Does anyone recommend a portable, rechargable TENS unit for pain management? The easier to use the better, trying to go to the bathroom a dozen times a night and adjusting all the sticky nodes is very frustrating, too. I had one that helped with my sciatica pain but was too cumbersome to continue using and it wore out quite quicky.

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Sep 29, 2020
In reply to @bustrbrwn22 "@sunnyflower I was on the max dose of gaba. It did nothing to ease my pain..." + (show)
@bustrbrwn22

@sunnyflower I was on the max dose of gaba. It did nothing to ease my pain can’t I please stay on the small dose I’ve had of hydro for a couple years with my small doses of benzo’s and live the best life that I’m going to be able to? I’m in pain all the time. It just doesn’t seem like valid pain because it’s not lupus, etc

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Hi Jen, I get it. I don't like it either. Do you have any specialists who can help ease your pain? I am so sorry you are suffering so!! 😥💗

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Sep 29, 2020
In reply to @bustrbrwn22 "@lorirenee1 thank you. I’m so worried now about finding a new pain mgt dr. since the..." + (show)
@bustrbrwn22

@lorirenee1 thank you. I’m so worried now about finding a new pain mgt dr. since the one I’d been going to for years just called the day before my cortisone injection and said all of their offices are closed effective immediately. I hope I can find another pain dr

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😲. Jen, have been there too, many times over the years. So scary! Am currently having to find a new PCP. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Sunnyflower. 🤗🌹🙏

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Sep 29, 2020
In reply to @catharbert "Hi Sunnyflower. The ice packs have a somewhat thick knit cloth covering. Inside is a removable..." + (show)
@catharbert

Hi Sunnyflower. The ice packs have a somewhat thick knit cloth covering. Inside is a removable clay slab that doesn't get so cold that it could freeze the skin. It is just the right amount of cold. If it feels too cold you can put it on over socks or pant legs but that reduces the effectiveness somewhat. They start to warm up or defrost within a few minutes and the slab becomes more pliable. These have really been a life saver for me. They can also be heated in the microwave but I have never tried that. Your warning is appropriate nonetheless. Thanks.

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Hi Cathy, are they heavy? My ice gels are long enough to wrap around my leg and more. They are very heavy for me but sooo soft! Glad to hear you're not in any danger! All the best, Sunnyflower

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bustrbrwn22 | @bustrbrwn22 | Sep 29, 2020
In reply to @catharbert "Hi Sunnyflower. The ice packs have a somewhat thick knit cloth covering. Inside is a removable..." + (show)
@catharbert

Hi Sunnyflower. The ice packs have a somewhat thick knit cloth covering. Inside is a removable clay slab that doesn't get so cold that it could freeze the skin. It is just the right amount of cold. If it feels too cold you can put it on over socks or pant legs but that reduces the effectiveness somewhat. They start to warm up or defrost within a few minutes and the slab becomes more pliable. These have really been a life saver for me. They can also be heated in the microwave but I have never tried that. Your warning is appropriate nonetheless. Thanks.

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@catharbert Sounds like a fancy ice pack. Do you have a link to where you got it from? I’m curious to see how it looks. @bustrbrwn22

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bustrbrwn22 | @bustrbrwn22 | Sep 29, 2020
In reply to @sunnyflower "😲. Jen, have been there too, many times over the years. So scary! Am currently having..." + (show)
@sunnyflower

😲. Jen, have been there too, many times over the years. So scary! Am currently having to find a new PCP. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Sunnyflower. 🤗🌹🙏

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@lorirenee1 I have a PCP that came highly recommended. I need to find a different one. This one has no compassion or bedside manner. If I ask for help she’ll typically say look for a specialist but won’t recommend one.

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Catcando | @catharbert | Sep 29, 2020
In reply to @sunnyflower "Hi Cathy, are they heavy? My ice gels are long enough to wrap around my leg..." + (show)
@sunnyflower

Hi Cathy, are they heavy? My ice gels are long enough to wrap around my leg and more. They are very heavy for me but sooo soft! Glad to hear you're not in any danger! All the best, Sunnyflower

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I just weighed one of my ice packs on my digital kitchen scale . It weighs 1 lb. 10 oz. The brand I have is ThermiPAQ. I bought them at my local Walmart but they have raised their price a lot. I've seen the same thing online at Amazon for one at a much lower price. Mine is Medium size 6x12 but the slightly larger one at Amazon (8x14) is only $9.35. These are 2.25 lb. You should shop around to find what you want. My Medium size does not wrap the entire circumference of my leg with the icy part but it is still effective. There are other brands of the same thing.

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dwlowrance | @dwlowrance | Nov 16, 2020

I bought a TENS unit in HI last February. It includes 2 socks with copper wires interwoven into the fabric and sandals which spread the current over my left foot which has SFPN. The relief from tingling and pain is helpful. The vendor trades as 7-8-9-TENS. Thanks for asking.
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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Oct 12, 2021

Thought this might be helpful for some...

A Comprehensive Guide to the Top Pain-Relieving Devices on the Market: https://www.practicalpainmanagement.com/patient/Top-Pain-Devices-on-Market-2020

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danadili | @danadili | Sep 24, 2022
In reply to @bustrbrwn22 "Thanks for responding. Can you walk around with it (it’s hard to keep disconnecting at night..." + (show)
@bustrbrwn22

Thanks for responding. Can you walk around with it (it’s hard to keep disconnecting at night when trying to sleep)? Could you provide the model and cost and where you stick the electrodes? Mine would be on my upper right buttocks and lower hamstring. Wish I could do bottom of feet at same time. Thanks so much!

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I really like this unit intensity to the 10 I got it from walmart.com it's portable it's small it can run off a 9 V battery but it also has a ei have a cable so you can plug it into the unit and then plug it in to Daisy outlet at home to save on battery
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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Sep 24, 2022
In reply to @danadili "I really like this unit intensity to the 10 I got it from walmart.com it's portable..." + (show)
@danadili

I really like this unit intensity to the 10 I got it from walmart.com it's portable it's small it can run off a 9 V battery but it also has a ei have a cable so you can plug it into the unit and then plug it in to Daisy outlet at home to save on battery

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Welcome @danadili, Thanks for sharing the photo along with you experience with the Intensity 10 device. Do you have neuropathy?

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