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Thank you for replying, I have wondered about the Tens units, I think I may try...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/754460/

replying, I have wondered about the Tens

Discussion: Non-Length Dependent Small Fiber Neuropathy

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Sep 27, 2022

Hello csteel, me again. I have and Empi unit that is like a Tens but it's...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/244608/

have and Empi unit that is like a Tens

Discussion: Want to talk with others. Have you found relief from CRPS?

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Sep 24, 2020

Have you tried physical therapy? I had stenosis several years ago and had surgery to take...

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I use a tens unit.

Discussion: Does Back Pain ever Get Better?

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Feb 6, 2020

I'm having stabbing sharp pains 3 years after hip replacement surgery. It gets so bad at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/85906/

Plan on trying deep tissue massage, tens

Discussion: Has anyone had sharp thigh pain after hip replacement

Support Group: Joint Replacements

Posted: Feb 21, 2019

Hi I just had a flare up ,now on Prednisone 5mg but start with 3then2now 1so...

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then anything.Other things that help,tens

Discussion: Fibromyalgia pain: Let's connect

Support Group: Fibromyalgia

Posted: Jan 28, 2018

I have facet nerve issues in the neck. 3 fusions and a pain stimulator device put...

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It works like a tens unit and would

Discussion: Had pain pump implanted. No relief. Anyone have similar experience?

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Jan 12 11:39am

I agree! Have you tried Capsaicin? I like to put that on and then lay on...

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I also like the tens unit.

Discussion: Severe SI joint pain and pain stimulators

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Jul 24, 2023

Just the opposite! Either the vaccines, or Paxlovid introduced me to one hellish autoimmune condition. All...

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nature" and in the case of Covid - tens

Discussion: Did PAXLOVID also relieve your arthritis and autoimmune symptoms?

Support Group: Post-COVID Recovery & COVID-19

Posted: Aug 8, 2023

My tens unit was as worthless as the tets on a boar pig. The interthecral pain...

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My tens unit was as worthless as the

Discussion: Are TENS units any help for chronic pain and/or PNE?

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Dec 18, 2019

Hi, I have idiopathic autonomic small fiber peripheral neuropathy that affects my sensory nerve endings. I...

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Ex: Tens units, red light therapy,

Discussion: Living with Neuropathy - Welcome to the group

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jun 23 3:33pm

I use a tens unit, heat and ice, I sleep sitting up packed in pillows, for...

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I use a tens unit, heat and ice, I sleep

Discussion: Parsonage turner syndrome *

Support Group: Brain & Nervous System

Posted: Sep 11, 2017

@popolopo, thank you for sharing a bit more information about it. I did see the following...

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However, if it is like a TENS unit,

Discussion: Dr HO

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Mar 6, 2018

@lilypaws Goodmorning . You know then how the tens helps with tight muscles. I don't know...

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You know then how the tens helps with

Discussion: Depression and Anxiety at an older age

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Jul 14, 2020

My situation compares w/many. fall while on vacation, resulting in a partial hip replacement Back in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/607489/

Now using a tens unit, really doesn&

Discussion: THE REBUILDER for peripheral neuropathy

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jun 7, 2021

I wish I had an answer for us or some help. About three years ago docs...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/75418/

TENS unit doesn't do anything but

Discussion: Horrible leg pain with fibromyalgia

Support Group: Fibromyalgia

Posted: May 27, 2020

I have had two spinal fusions the last one on 6/1/23 from S1-T11. My first fusion...

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TENS is great too (I am a therapist)

Discussion: When does post op pain that disrupts sleep go away? (Lumbar fusion)

Support Group: Spine Health

Posted: Aug 2, 2023

I have not used it personally buut I know some people who have used it for...

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When I have more intense pain, a tens

Discussion: Now what! Neuropathy in feet and ankles.. Numbness in hands and arms

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Oct 20, 2020

I am curious why your doctor didn't suggest PT as an option. I'm sure there must...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/270844/

waiting it out, but the use of the TENS

Discussion: Adhesive capsulitis or frozen shoulder: What helps?

Support Group: Bones, Joints & Muscles

Posted: Aug 2, 2019

@anniebrook I have same back ,knee ,fibromyalgia problems Some things I do I go to therapy...

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can do more harm Ice,heat,hot shower Tens

Discussion: Pain getting worse

Support Group: Chronic Pain

Posted: Feb 6, 2019

Unfortunately, the home tests are incomplete, and you probably understand. They don't measure brain activity, but...

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This tens to pinch the airway which

Discussion: Is there a home test for sleep apnea? Testing in a clinic?

Support Group: Sleep Health

Posted: Jan 14 11:46pm