TENS pad placement for arm pain
What are the causes of arm pain?
It should be noted that arm pain can often arise due to tension in the neck. The so-called "mouse arm" is caused by working on the PC, with repetitive arm movements and clicking the mouse. Also the use of the smartphone or tablet can lead to this due to monotonous motion sequences. The fingers, hand and wrist, arm, shoulder and often the neck are affected. Therefore, it is recommended to possibly include the cervical spine area in the treatment. The neck pad is recommended here.
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How a TENS machine can help you with arm pain
Treatment of the arm with a TENS machine leads in most cases to a rapid pain reduction. Tensions of the musculature or poor blood circulation can often be improved. With continuous application, pain relief can also be achieved for chronic pain. By stimulating the nerve tissue with stimulation current, the pain stimulus is no longer passed on. Depending on the TENS treatment method, a release of the body's own pain-relieving endorphins can also be induced to combat pain. It should be noted that arm pain can often occur due to tension in the neck. Therefore, it is recommended that the cervical area is possibly included in the treatment.
The correct use of TENS for arm pain
To treat arm pain with TENS effectively, you need a TENS machine with at least 2 channels. Attach the pads of each channel to the affected arm according to the following instructions. We recommend for the application of the pads about 5 cm.
The optimal TENS machine for your application - recommendation of the program
For TENS EMS machines from axion, we recommend the following programs for pain therapy
TENS EMS Combo Machine STIM-PRO X9
The programs P01 and P09 are generally used here.
To the device: TENS EMS Combo Machine STIM-PRO X9
TENS Machine STIM-PRO T-400
The programs P01 and P09 are generally used here.
To the device: TENS Gerät STIM-PRO T-400
TENS Machine STIM-PRO COMFORT
The program P07 is generally used here.
To the device: TENS-Gerät STIM-PRO COMFORT
The advantages of TENS treatment
Please note
The current strength should be set so that it is felt as a pleasant tingling sensation. The duration of the application should be approx. 40 minutes in order to be able to achieve a lasting reduction in pain. It is also useful to change the programs every now and then.
TENS units and electrodes recommendations
Video instruction for the treatment of arm pain with TENS
TENS in combination with heat therapy
You can enhance the effect of your TENS treatment with heat therapy for arm pain. Heat therapy promotes blood circulation and loosens the muscles. The use of heat is particularly suitable for muscular tension.
Moor heat pack: Due to the filling of natural moor, these heat pads can store the heat longer and release it more evenly than other heat pads, e.g. cherry pit pads.
Hot water bottle: The hot water bottle is a classic in heat therapy that stands out due to its easy application. You only have to fill in warm water. The hot water bottles are also available with a variety of different covers.
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