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use of TENS' machine for neuropathy
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use of TENS' machine for neuropathy
by upsidownyak, Dec 20, 2005 12:00AM
Does anyone here know about (research or personal experience) the use of a TENS machine for neuropathy?
My insurance will not pay for one and I'd like some feedback before I spend the $'s.
My insurance will not pay for one and I'd like some feedback before I spend the $'s.
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-Neuro-M.D.-PW, Dec 26, 2005 12:00AM
TENS for pain or neuropathy has not been definitevely proven to be effective from a scientific point of view - about half the research studies have shown some benefit and half do not. It may work for you to a certain degree but may not, there is no way to predict. If you can obtain one for trial, this would be recommended before spending your hard earned dollars on it.
A friend of mine uses a 10s unit to help with his neuropathy. I recently had a spinal cord(stimulator)implant done simular but different from a 10s unit to help with my neuropathy. Both of us have the non-diabetic neuropathy(don't know that it makes a difference in pain management. Anyway, I was lucky that my insurance covered my implant due to its HIGH COST! We both agree that we get some relief from our units. We also both still take medications as well. What I am learning is that different things work for different people regarding pain management. I would consider looking into the possibility of you using a 10s for a free tial period(if possible)to see if it helps you before considering purchasing one. Good luck, K.