Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, commonly referred to as TENS uses an electric current that activates nerves for a wide range of therapeutic purposes. It is effective for managing acute and chronic pain conditions. The TENS unit is a small equipment, operates with the help of a battery, and is often portable that can even fit into a pocket. There are electrodes that are placed on the skin and connected to the device via wires to achieve a required therapeutic goal.
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