EMS/TENS devices: Do they work?

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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  • At least medical tech has come up with lots of gadgets to help some of us injured athletes. I am now waiting for a gadget to make me swim faster, you know, cover those 18 miles in 2 hours plus change. And one for my recovery afterwards. It may be called a defribilator. Let's hope not :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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  • At least medical tech has come up with lots of gadgets to help some of us injured athletes. I am now waiting for a gadget to make me swim faster, you know, cover those 18 miles in 2 hours plus change. And one for my recovery afterwards. It may be called a defribilator. Let's hope not :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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