What is TENS therapy? Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) therapy is the most widely used type of electrotherapy for the management of both chronic and acute pain. The therapy is administered through a TENS unit (a small battery-operated device) that has leads connected to sticky pads (electrodes), although wireless versions …
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Has your doctor or physical therapist spoken to you about looking for a TENS unit? Or perhaps a friend has mentioned how powerful they can be and you’re interested to find out for yourself? With so many products on the market it can be difficult to understand the jargon. You’ve …
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There is a lot of choice out there in the marketplace when it comes to choosing the best massage cushion. Do you go for a chair pad that you can use at home or something smaller that you can pop in your bag to use whenever you need it? You …
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When you’re looking for an effective back massager it can be tricky to find the one that really targets your particular pain. Research shows that back massagers stimulate circulation and relax stiff muscles, with several types featuring programs designed for upper, lower and full back. Then there are heat options, …
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The use of heat therapy as pain relief dates back to 500BC when the ancient Greeks and Egyptians used the sun to help treat illnesses. Throughout the years, hot stones, springs, thermal baths and volcanic hot air caverns were all used to cope with pain. That’s because, according to LiveStrong.com: …
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It’s the end of a long day. Your feet ache and your body is tired. Sound familiar? Feet are the foundation of our bodies and must be cared for appropriately. One of the easiest and most beneficial ways to soothe the pain and relax is with a foot massage. According …
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For years we have continually tested and reviewed the best TENS units on the market. We are delighted to share our latest buying guide, highlighting our top three picks with you. We spend a minimum of two weeks living with each new product, in order to fully understand its functionality, benefits …
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If you’re shopping for someone who lives with pain on a daily basis, then you’re probably looking for a gift that will make their life a little bit easier. There are so many options you could consider not just to help them manage their pain, but also to simply distract …
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It is believed that around 10% of the world’s population are suffering from neck pain at any one time. So it’s no surprise that the market is bursting with lots of different neck massage products for you to choose from, meaning you can enjoy massage therapy at home without having …
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We can’t deny the facts, yoga is amazing and has so many incredible benefits for your health. Yet there’s one yoga niche that is becoming even hotter than the rest! Hot yoga is practiced in a room that’s heated up to 105°F. It’s thought that the temperature helps to warm …
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