One of the most highly recommended products that is useful in almost any situation are TENs machines.
As a registered physiotherapist and clinic owner in Toronto, I treat a variety of patients (sports, wcb, mva, private) and believe in offering complete care at my own practice. Offering “complete care” includes recommending helpful advice and products that can boost your patient’s recovery.
Because they are beneficial for pain relief they can be used for back pain, neck pain, nerve issues like sciatica, tendonitis, chronic nerve issues, tension headaches, muscle spasms, arthritis, and much more. They really are the type of product you can recommend in many patient situations.
Today I want to share my opinion on what I like/don’t like about CSC's top 10 best tens machines, as well as which type of patients are most suited for these products so we can better help clinicians offer complete care for your practice.
Pros:
- Aimed to reduce chronic nerve pain
- Portable unit
Benefits:
- Dual channels for changing intensity
- With timer
- Offers multiple modes
- Portable and lightweight
- A great muscle stimulator that you can use in the comfort of your home
Best suited for:
- Patients with chronic low back pain, muscle pain or neck pain
2) Comfy Stim Combo Tens/Stim Unit
Pros:
- Self adhesive electrodes included
- EMS mode improves circulation
Benefits:
- Easy access dials and buttons
- Good battery life
- Portable and lightweight
Best suited for:
- Patients with chronic pain
The alternative to this product is the Tens 3000. It’s a slightly smaller machine and it’s cheaper.
3) StimTec Neo TENS/EMS/IFC Microcurrent Unit
Pros:
- Has multiple channels and programs to find one that makes you feel better
- Lock button avoids accidental changes to the frequency
- Accessories kit included
Benefits:
- Portable and easy to use
- Different programs offer pain relief solution
- Rechargeable battery
- Features adjustable program timers
Best suited for:
- Patients with chronic muscle and joint pain
The alternative to this product is the Cefar Tens Machine. It offers similar features at a cheaper cost.
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4) InTENSity Twin Stim III Tens Unit
Pros:
- Features TENS and EMS unit in one device
- Portable and lightweight
- Features different modes
- Accessories kit included
Benefits:
- Helps to alleviate chronic muscle pain
- Also improves circulation and range of motion with the EMS mode
Best suited for:
- Patients with chronic muscle pain
- Patients post surgery
The alternative to this product is the Cefar Tens Machine. It offers similar features in a smaller unit.
5) Intelect IFC Portable Electrotherapy Unit
Pros:
- Offers four different modes
- Easy to use controls
- Portable and lightweight
Benefits:
- Contains self adhesive electrodes and 9V battery
- Carrying case for portability
Best suited for:
- Patients suffering from chronic pain
The alternative to this product is the Cefar Tens Machine. It offers similar features but includes an EMS mode in addition to the TENs mode.
6) Cefar Primo Pro Digital Tens Machine
Pros:
- Easy to touch controls for intensity changes
- Easy to program
- Features back lighting
Benefits:
- Offers TENs machine and massage feature
- Timer feature
- Portable and lightweight
- A great muscle stimulator that you can use in the comfort of your home
Best Suited for:
- Patients suffering from chronic pain
The alternative to this product is the Cefar Tens Machine. It offers similar features but includes an EMS mode in addition to the TENs mode.
7) Cefar Femina TENS/NMES Machine
Pros:
- 2-channel stimulator includes 5 preset programs
- With an automatic self check for safety reason
Benefits:
- Specifically designed for pregnant women who suffer chronic back pain
- Can be used before, during and after birth
- Convenient and portable
- A great muscle stimulator that you can use in the comfort of your home
Best suited for:
- Pregnant women who suffer chronic back pain
The alternative to this product is the Cefar Primo Digital Tens Machine. It does offer the same features but has more programmable modes for pain relief.
8) WiTouch Pro Wireless TENS Machine
Pros:
- Wireless remote controlled
Benefits:
- Contours the back for a perfect fit
- 20% higher output than other units
- No wires, or electrodes
- Portable
Best suited for:
- Patients with low back pain
- Patients suffering with sore muscle
Pros:
- Custom programs
- Multiple modes to set machine to
- Multilingual LCD screen prompts
Benefits:
- Lightweight and portable
- Offers good intensity and effective modes for pain relief
- Can be used at home or in clinic
- Features preset neuromuscular stimulation modes
Best Suited for:
- Patients with chronic pain
- Patients with incontinence
The alternative to this product is Witouch Pro Wireless Tens Machine. It’s also wirelessly controlled but it’s best suited to people with back pain.
10) Compex Mi-Sport TENS/NMES Machine
Pros:
- Custom programs
- Multiple modes to set machine to
- LCD screen with backlighting for easy viewing in all situations
Benefits:
- Lightweight and portable
- 4 channel muscle stimulator offers sport specific pain relief, and rehabilitation programs
- Can be used at home or in clinic
Best Suited for:
- Patients with chronic pain
- Sport cross training
- Rehabilitation
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