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morphine-like substances capable of raising the pain perception threshold;
positioning the electrodes to form a square over the painful area, as shown in
Figure 1, produces a vascularising effect. Vascularisation increases arterial
flow, enhancing the removal of algogenic substances and facilitating the
restoration of normal physiological conditions.
Session duration: 30 minutes in a single phase, on a daily basis.
Electrodes' positioning: Figure 08 of Positions manual or on the treated area
as shown in Figure 1, do not place the electrodes near areas prone to
inflammation.
Intensity: adjusted so as to ensure good solicitation of the part stimulated,
the sensation must be similar to that of a massage.
TENS 3 • TENS maximum values (medical program)
This program blocks pain impulses peripherally creating a proper
anaesthetizing effect in the treated area. This type of stimulation is suitable
for injuries or bruises when rapid action is required. That is the reason why
such stimulation is undoubtedly the least tolerated, but it is extremely
effective. This type of stimulation is not recommended for particularly
sensitive people and in any case the electrodes should not be positioned in
sensitive areas such as the face and genitals or close to wounds.
Session duration: very short, 3 minutes in a single phase.
Electrodes' positioning: form a square above the painful area as shown in
Figure1.
Intensity: it is the maximum tolerable value (well in excess of conventional
TENS, and therefore with considerable contraction of the muscles
surrounding the area treated).
TENS 4 • Anti-inflammatoty (medical program)
Program recommended for inflammatory conditions. To be applied until the
inflammatory state is lessened (10-15 applications, once a day; the daily
treatments can be doubled if required).
Session duration: 30 minutes.
Electrodes' positioning: identified the area to be treated, position the
electrodes as shown in Figure 1.
Intensity: to be adjusted until a tingling feeling is produced in the area
treated; avoid contracting the surrounding muscles.
TENS 5 • Neck pain (medical program)
Special program for neck pain relief. The first benefits can be seen after 10 to
15 treatments carried out on a daily basis; continue the treatment until the
symptoms disappear.
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