TENS Unit Placement

Importance of TENS Unit Placement TENS unit electrode pads need to be placed at the best positions for best pain relief results. A TENS unit works by providing electrical stimulation to nerve fibers and blocking pain signals to the brain. TENS unit placement therefore becomes an important criteria in this respect. You should have knowledge about the certain positions, which will give you instant relief through the massage. Different sizes of electrodes come with the Aurawave pain relief TENS unit. In general, the electrode pads are placed over or on either sides of the painful area. The small electrodes are preferred for placing on smaller muscles whereas the large electrodes are preferred for larger muscles. Usually the electrode pad with black pin is placed over the most painful area because it is the most active one. Make sure that you wash and dry your skin before placing the TENS electrode pads in order to ensure good conductivity. Place the electrodes only on healthy skin and never on open wounds. The TENS unit electrode pads should be placed atleast 3 cm away from each other. You will get a user guide/instruction manual with every kit of Aurawave TENS unit. It will contain steps for use and comprehensive detail about best placements of electrode pads and the product. In severe cases, you may consult your health care provider for the optimum placement of electrode pads. Improper place
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