Back pain, particularly lower back pain, is the most common form of pain. It is a leading cause of disability worldwide.

Back pain is usually caused by the way bones, discs, tendons, muscles and ligaments interact, and is often due to a fall, injury or other medical condition. Symptoms include pain, spasms and/or stiffness in the back, and pain with tingling and/or numbness in the legs or feet. Back pain can range from mild to extreme.

TENS, a drug-free treatment for back pain

TENS is a method of pain relief. A TENS machine produces a small electrical, delivered through electrodes attached to the skin (normally using Gel Pads). These electrical pulses work in two ways. Firstly they block the transmission of pain signals along nerve fibres. Secondly, the pulses cause endorphin release; the body’s natural pain killers. Aside from the rare instance of irritation from the Gel Pads, TENS is normally free of side effects.

Using a TENS\EMS Machine to help with back pain

Using a TENS/EMS Machine is easy:

  1. Turn off the device

  2. Place the pads as shown in the image below. Be sure to clean the area beforehand.

    TENS Pad Lower Back

  3. Start the appropriate program
  4. Repeat at least 3 times a day


Benefits of using a TENS Machine for Back Pain

There are many benefits that come with using a TENS machine:

  1. TENS Machines are a drug-free treatment to alleviate pain and they do not have side-effects!

  2. They are effective

  3. Our devices are TGA approved so you can use them with confidence

  4. They are portable so you can schedule a treatment session in the comfort of your home or wherever suits you

  5. They are easy to use!

  6. They can treat an specific area and they can be used in different parts of the body

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Check the precautions before using a TENS device and always consult with your doctor if pain persists.