How many people with endometriosis use TENS device (Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) to relieve their symptoms?
28,57% of people with endometriosis have already tried TENS device (Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) to relieve endometriosis in our survey.
22,89% of them find that TENS device (Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) very helpful.
The following table shows the endometriosis remedy TENS device (Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) among people with endometriosis. The scale ranges from 1 (not helpful at all) to 5 (very helpful).
| Rating | Percent | Count |
|---|---|---|
| not helpful at all | 17,67% | 88 |
| hardly helpful | 13,25% | 66 |
| slightly helpful | 21,69% | 108 |
| helpful | 24,50% | 122 |
| very helpful | 22,89% | 114 |
You have probably heard of a so-called TENS device, which is very popular among some patients with endometriosis. Especially for recurrent or chronic pain, using TENS is a good alternative or addition to pain medication. Several studies have now demonstrated this. TENS stands for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. Behind it is a simple yet ingenious mechanism.
When you are experiencing pain, for example from endometriosis, your nerves are constantly active and send the pain signal to your brain all the time. A TENS device can interrupt this constant transmission. To do this, the small device delivers a so-called stimulation current through the skin. This impulse prevents the actual pain from being registered by the brain. Electricity through the skin? That may sound painful at first, but it is not. Users generally perceive only a tingling sensation during use. In addition, on all commercially available devices you can adjust the intensity to suit your needs. Another effect of using TENS is that the stimulation current triggers the production of the hormone endorphin. Its release can have an analgesic effect and further enhance the success of electrical stimulation therapy. Reduced or blocked transmission of pain therefore leads to relaxation, which can ultimately affect not only your nerves but also your mental well-being.
If you would like to try TENS at home, there are a few things you should consider before purchasing. As with many other products that you use on your body and that will be used frequently, you should definitely pay attention to quality when buying a TENS device. They are now available in almost all price ranges, and you will find countless reviews online. In general, it is also advisable to have a conversation with your physician before buying. They may even be able to issue a prescription for TENS, if appropriate. You can also discuss individually whether your physical condition allows for its use. Unfortunately, a TENS device is not suitable for everyone. If you have a heart condition or epilepsy, you should not use a TENS device under any circumstances.
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