I was wondering if anyone has tried or owns an EMS or TENS device? I know physical therapists use them routinely to treat tendonitis. I recall reading some literature when I was in PT well over a year ago that said PTs thought these devices were very effective in treating tendonitis. I don't find PT helpful at all with my swimmer's shoulder, although I have an adapted PT/RC home care program. (ART works better for me personally. Just my own experience.) But I was wondering if anyone had had any success with one of these devices on their own at home? I have heard a swim coach poo poo them as providing only temporary relief. But that same sentiment could apply to ice as well ... Thoughts?
I guess I may have to put some of these acronyms on the terminology thread .... ;)
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I've heard those devices have alternative uses. Any truth at that?
AJ
EMS: electrical muscle stimulator
TENS: transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator
The theory behind these things, if I'm recalling correctly, is that they stimulate blood circulation/flow to the injured area. They are supposed to help speed healing, reduce pain, and reduce swelling and stiffness. The electrical impulse from the device is delivered through little electrode pads attached to the injured area. Feels like a little (or more intense) jolts of electricity.
Had them at PT long ago, but not since. Just wondering. I guess Dave liked the device. Did it help?
SS:
I wasn't talking about labor and delivery. :rofl: My son used one on his knee a year or so ago when he had knee issues and it seemed to help. It just hard to tell whether the device is what fixed it or whether it just healed naturally. So are you going to try one on your knee? My trap muscle and infraspinatus seem to want to try one.
I've heard those devices have alternative uses. Any truth at that?
AJ
EMS: electrical muscle stimulator
TENS: transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator
The theory behind these things, if I'm recalling correctly, is that they stimulate blood circulation/flow to the injured area. They are supposed to help speed healing, reduce pain, and reduce swelling and stiffness. The electrical impulse from the device is delivered through little electrode pads attached to the injured area. Feels like a little (or more intense) jolts of electricity.
Had them at PT long ago, but not since. Just wondering. I guess Dave liked the device. Did it help?
SS:
I wasn't talking about labor and delivery. :rofl: My son used one on his knee a year or so ago when he had knee issues and it seemed to help. It just hard to tell whether the device is what fixed it or whether it just healed naturally. So are you going to try one on your knee? My trap muscle and infraspinatus seem to want to try one.
