Beurer EM49 PainFree Digital TENS and EMS Machine | Drug-free natural pain relief | 3-in-1 pain relief, rehabilitation and massage | 70 training programmes | 2 channels | 4 self-adhesive electrodes

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With 25 different intensity levels, you have the high level of flexibility you can always rely on with iReliev products. TENS machines are also commonly used to relieve pain common in women. Treating menstrual cramps is one area where this is used, and there are some wearable TENS machines made for this purpose. TENS machines have even been explored as a natural pain relief for women in labour.

Another popular theory that explains TENS machines is the Endorphin Release Theory. The electrical charge used by TENS machines only targets the nerve endings of pain receptors. It then interrupts the natural mechanism and triggers the brain to release endorphins. Endorphins, as you may have heard, are “feel-good hormones” that help reduce the pain and give a general “happy” feeling. Why Do You Need a TENS Machine? One of them is that you don’t need to rely on medication. You avoid the side effects and health risks of painkillers. There’s also the risk of addiction to these substances. Also drugs can become less effective over time as your body adjusts to them, which leads you to use more and more medicine in a vicious cycle that risk your health. It’s always a good idea to have the highest intensity level you can find. At the minimum, choose a unit with at least 10 intensity levels. As for the power of the machine, there really is no way of knowing how it “feels” other than to try it out. Well, it doesn’t have a rechargeable battery. This could be frustrating if you run out of power mid-treatment. The MamaTENS has a unique three-part program that corresponds to the stages of labour. Program A and B are for the earlier stages and simulate the effects of endorphins. Program C is for the later stages and has a ramp function to increase its effects as the pain becomes unmanageable.

This device is meant to alleviate chronic pain. It is one of the best TENS machines for sciatica in the UK based on experience. The senior we mentioned living with us eased out of his painkillers after just a month of using the Kinetic Wellbeing. The TENS machine is not suitable for menstrual or labour pain, however, so don’t attempt to use it for these purposes. Before you start shopping, consider exactly what you want from your unit, apart from non-invasive pain relief of course. Try to avoid just throwing the first unit you like the look of into your basket.

Long Haul Flight mode isn’t just ideal for frequent flyers. It’s also highly desirable for someone who is sat at a desk for long periods of time, experiencing their own long haul every day! One downside is that it’s battery-powered. However for such an affordable price and a good range of features, it’s worth the compromise.There's not enough good-quality scientific evidence to say for sure whether TENS is a reliable method of pain relief. More research is needed and clinical trials are ongoing.

This TENS machine has exceptional battery life and can be recharged up to 1,000 times. With 12 hours of use per charge, you roughly get 12,000 hours of lifetime use with this device. But overall, a fantastic product. The MedFit allows your get TENS therapy without being bound by wires. Great for people with active lifestyles.

How to use TENS

The intensity level of your TENS machine tells you the increments in which you can adjust the power. It doesn’t tell you how powerful that device is, but rather how “sensitive” changes are. This is a general guide on how to use a TENS machine. Always follow the manufacturer's specific instructions. You attach the pads directly to your skin. When the machine is switched on, small electrical impulses are delivered to the affected area of your body, which you feel as a tingling sensation. Your PowerDot will massage you for 5 minutes every 30 minutes, gently easing in so it doesn’t make you jump. It’s TSA approved too, so you can carry it in your hand luggage without any issues.

A rechargeable unit is almost always a good investment despite being more expensive. It eliminates the need to have to buy new batteries every now and then, which adds up the cost in the long run. Gibson, W., Wand, B. M. and O’Connell, N. (2017). Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for neuropathic pain in adults [Online]. Cochrane Library. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6426434/ [Accessed 6 February 2023]. ↩ This gives you a great deal of control over the strength of your treatment. Most of the other devices we’ve reviewed in this guide have 20 levels, with some having considerably less such as the TENS 7000 (8 levels). They all work the same way, sending low voltage electrical impulses to the body, which then stimulate the nerves.

Finally, it improves overall health and wellness by helping with blood circulation, improving motor function, and even helps with sleep. If you do prefer a bigger screen then the TechCare Touch X could be a better option, though you’ll of course compromise on lots of features (including the wireless capabilities). If you want more than 25 levels of intensity, take a look at the PowerDot Duo 2.0 which has 100 levels. However it has been well designed and is clear and easy to read, with the information well spaced out.