Guest guest Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 Pat, we just had an inservice at work last week from RSMedical on that unit. It is not intended to be portable. it does part pain relief and part muscle contraction to help decrease muscle atrophy. TENS units on the other had are just pain relief. If you are only looking for pain relief the TENS unit can be worn for hours if needed. I wondered when we had the inservice if the unit would be good for mito to help slow down muscle atrophy from disuse for those who can't tolerate much activity. in Michigan Pat PatsyAnnK@...> wrote: I'm dropping in again with a question. Some time ago I was prescribed an electrical muscle stimulator from RS Medical. I get pain relief during the time that I have it on but it is very inconvenient. It has to be charged at an electric outlet. Then I have to sit down while I am using it. The treatment time is about 40 minutes, 20 minutes pain relief followed by 20 minutes of muscle stimulation. I do manage to get 2 cycles of use before I have to recharge. But I have to sit. The thing is not portable. Now another of my doctors has prescribed a TENS unit. I have one but it is well over 20 years old. I like the fact that I can tuck the unit into my waist band or pocket and wear it all day. I know that technology has changed so much in 20 years so I'm looking for input from any one who uses a TENS. I've tried to find a local place that carries more than one kind but so far I can't find any. I have been told that I can order others but that doesn't help if I don't know the differences. I hope everyone is doing as well as possible and that your weather is as nice as mine. Pat K Medical advice, information, opinions, data and statements contained herein are not necessarily those of the list moderators. The author of this e mail is entirely responsible for its content. List members are reminded of their responsibility to evaluate the content of the postings and consult with their physicians regarding changes in their own treatment. Personal attacks are not permitted on the list and anyone who sends one is automatically moderated or removed depending on the severity of the attack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 Laurie, That is an excellent idea about calling the hospitals. I'll try to start that tomorrow. Pat K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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