For years we’ve been testing and reviewing the best TENS units on the market. We’re excited to share our latest buying guide for 2025, highlighting our top three picks with you. Whether you’re looking for your first ever machine, or considering upgrading your existing unit, our lowdown will help you find the right device to relieve your pain...
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If you’re shopping around for a TENS unit, you might have noticed EMS devices also popping up in the results. TENS and EMS deliver low voltage electrical impulses to stimulate nerves. However their uses are quite different. In this article you’ll discover the differences between TENS and EMS, to help find the stimulation device that’s right for you...
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You may have heard a lot about TENS units or perhaps you’ve just discovered the therapy and want to know more. Chances are what you really want to know is whether the therapy actually works? With more and more research proving the effectiveness of the treatment, the simple answer is, yes it does! Take a look below at 20 proven TENS unit benefits...
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Generally TENS units are considered to be safe, however you should always speak to your doctor or another medical professional before starting to use one. Most people who use TENS do so without experiencing any side effects, however, burns and irritations of the skin have been reported...
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Research has shown that TENS unit machines can relieve sciatic pain. It’s a widely available option for natural pain management with little or no side effects. In fact, the devices are recommended by medical professionals to treat both acute and chronic pain. Though not effective for everyone, they can be powerful for treating the symptoms (though not the root cause)...
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Though research is fairly limited, studies have shown that TENS therapy units can be effective for reducing inflammation. Primarily, the devices are recommended by medical professionals to treat both acute and chronic pain. They’re not effective for everyone and treat the symptoms of the condition, rather than the root cause...
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Yes! For many, many years doctors have recommended TENS units for the treatment of both acute and chronic pain. When you look a little closer at the research, and opinions of professionals in the field, you’ll see that they’re more widely advised for chronic conditions, such as long term low back pain...
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You want to build muscle, so you’re thinking of investing in a TENS unit. Before you do anything, read this article. There’s a chance that you’re thinking of an electric muscle stimulation (EMS) machine, a very similar looking device. Let’s firstly look at why a TENS unit isn’t the right option...
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If you’re looking for ways to optimize your sporting performance, you may have heard about electrical muscle stimulation (EMS), or been encouraged to buy an EMS device. We’ve taken a look at all the research and discovered 28 powerful benefits of electrical muscle stimulation that might just persuade you to try it for yourself...
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We’ve been hearing a lot about PlayMakar, a burgeoning brand that’s making quite a bang in the world of sport. They recently launched a range of products designed to help athletic and fitness-oriented people optimize their training and recovery. VIEW PLAYMAKAR PRODUCT LINE-UP Speaking to Wes Coleman, EVP of PlayMakar …
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