Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, also referred to as TENS, is a passive, non-invasive, non-addictive therapy used for the treatment of acute or chronic pain.  Transcutaneous (through the skin) electrical nerve stimulation sends a painless electrical current to specific nerves stimulating the body’s productions of endorphins or natural ‘pain killers’. The mild electrical current generates heat to the affected area, which relieves stiffness, improves mobility, and relieves pain. TENS is also thought to selectively stimulate certain "non-pain" nerve fibers sending signals to the brain that block other nerve signals carrying pain messages. Only the non-pain messages get through to the brain.

TENS may also be used to deliver topical steroid medication through the skin to treat acute episodes of pain. This treatment is called Iontophoresis. The mild current causes the medication to migrate into soft tissue serving to reduce inflammation.

Indications:

• Pain

Questions?
If you have any questions about TENS, or would like more information on our programs or services, please contact IMI at 403.233.0917 or by email at info@i-medi.org