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I haven’t had one but I know it’s implanted right under your skin close to the bottom of your spine
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@jfsherley
Hi Again!
A TENS unit is NOT planted right under the skin.
As I previously explained, there are these pads (like a cardiogram) that to put on your skin.
The other end is attached to the machine.
You turn on the united to a comfortable intensity for a period of time.
When it is done, it will shut off.
What Jannix59 is talking about is a SPINAL STIMULATOR.
A spinal stimulator IS placed right under the skin.
Ronnie (GRANDMAr)
PS I'll see if I can find info on it an post it.
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@jfsherley
Good Morning:
There is nothing to be concerned with regarding the TENS machine.
A TENS unit is an external unit.
It has little pads on it much like a cardiogram.
You stick the pads when you have the pain.
You turn on the unit and adjusts the intensity that is good for you.
The machine stays on for a given amount of time.
When it shuts down, it is done.
Good luck!
Here's to a pain free day!
Ronnie (GRANDMAr)