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The unit also features two independent stimulation channels and
four electrodes. It offers a wide range of functions for increasing
general well-being, pain relief, maintaining physical fitness,
relaxation, muscle revitalisation and combating tiredness.
The principle of electrostimulation devices is based on the imitation
of impulses in our bodies that are transferred to nerve and muscle
fibres using electrodes via our skin. The electrodes can be applied
to many parts of the body; the electrical impulses are completely
harmless and virtually painless. In certain applications you will
only perceive a slight tingling or vibrating sensation. The electrical
impulses that are sent into the tissue influence the transmission
of stimulation into nerves, nerve centres and muscle groups in the
application area.
Electrostimulation usually only has an effect after regular
applications. With regard to muscles, electrostimulation does not
replace regular training. However, it is a sensible, supplementary
training element.
To enable pain to be alleviated even more pleasantly, with the
EM 59 Heat you can also switch on a soothing heat function.
TENS, or transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation,
relates
to the electrical stimulation of the nerves through the skin. TENS
is an effective non-pharmacological method of treating different
types of pain that have a variety of causes. It has no side-effects if
administered correctly. The method has been clinically tested and
approved and can be used for simple self-treatment. The pain-
relieving or pain-suppressing effect is achieved by inhibiting the
transfer of pain to nerve fibres (caused mainly by high-frequency
pulses) and by increasing the secretion of endorphins in the body.
Their effect on the central nervous system reduces the sensation
of pain. The method is scientifically substantiated and approved
as a form of medical treatment.
Any symptoms that could be relieved using TENS must be checked
by your GP. Your GP will also give you instructions on how to carry
out a TENS self-treatment regime.
TENS is clinically tested and approved to treat the following
complaints:
• Back pain, particularly in the lumbar/cervical spine area
• Sore joints (e.g. knee, hip and shoulder joints)
• Neuralgia
• Menstrual cramps in women
• Pain resulting from injury to the musculoskeletal system
• Pain caused by circulatory disorders
• Chronic pain with various causes.
Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS)
is a widespread and
generally recognised method and has been used in sports and
rehabilitation medicine for years. In sports and fitness, EMS is
used to complement conventional muscle training, to increase the
performance of muscle groups and to adjust physical proportions
to achieve the desired aesthetic results, amongst other things.
There are two different types of EMS application. One is for targeted
strengthening of the muscles (activating application), and the other
is to achieve a relaxing, restful effect (relaxing application).
The activating application involves:
• Muscle training to increase endurance and/or
• Muscle training to support the strengthening of specific muscles
or muscle groups, and to achieve the desired changes to physical
proportions
The relaxing application involves:
• Muscle relaxation for easing muscle tension
• Improving symptoms of muscular fatigue
• Acceleration of muscle regeneration after intense muscle
performance (e.g. after a marathon)
Thanks to
integrated massage technology
, the EM 59 Heat is also
capable of relieving muscle tension and combating fatigue with a
program based on the sensation and effects of a real massage.
For the purposes of alleviating any discomfort even more pleasantly,
the EM 59 Heat also offers the option of adding
soothing heat
in two stages, with a maximum heat generation of 43 °C. Heat is
proven to promote blood circulation and thereby exerts a relaxing
