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 2021, highlighting our top three picks with you. We spend at least two weeks living with each device, so we can fully understand its functionality, benefits and …
Read More »TENS vs EMS: Which Should I Choose?
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 …
Read More »iReliev Q&As: with Mike Williams, CEO & President
We’ve been following iReliev since 2014 when they launched their ever-popular Dual Channel TENS Pain Relief System. Since then they’ve introduced a number of other products and accessories, most notably the Wireless TENS and EMS Muscle Stimulator (known as the iReliev Therapeutic Wearable System), which incidentally is our top-rated TENS …
Read More »What Does A TENS Unit Do For Muscles? (And What Doesn’t It Do?)
There are many questions surrounding the use of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) units on muscles. In short, TENS units aren’t considered to be the best and most effective tool for muscles but they can have their uses. In this article we delve into what a TENS unit does (and …
Read More »PowerDot Smart Muscle Stimulator Q&As: with Eric Glader, CEO
Since this article was published we’ve spoken to Eric Glader about PowerDot again, you can read the more recent Q&As here. A few months ago PowerDot launched its smart muscle stimulator that connects via bluetooth to mobile devices. It’s a super exciting product that’s pushing the boundaries and revolutionizing the …
Read More »The Best Ab Belt: Including The Flex Belt Vs Slendertone [Warning]
Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) has been around for a long time – but over recent years we’ve seen numerous companies promising their products will give you strong, toned abs in a matter of weeks. And what’s more, they claim you can achieve all this while doing the chores or watching …
Read More »Compare HealthmateForever TENS Units: Find The Best Device
As far as TENS unit brands go there’s one that really stands out – and that’s HealthmateForever. With way more machines than any of the other home TENS unit manufacturers, Healthmate International LLC. has created a strong and recognizable brand – with an ever-growing range of products. The rest of …
Read More »Electric Muscle Stimulator: Case Study And Machine Comparison
What is an electric muscle stimulator? An electric muscle stimulator (often referred to as an EMS machine or unit) is an electronic device used to deliver electrical impulses to the body, in order to make the muscles contract. Impulses are sent from the device to a series of electrodes (usually …
Read More »Flex Belt review: simple and easy stomach toning (in 6 weeks)?
In my recent post about electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) I said the next phase for my training would be to work on my abdominal muscles, to contribute towards building a stronger core. Guess what? I made a start and thought it would be the perfect opportunity to try out and …
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