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ABOUT PAIN
Pain is an important signal in the human body warning
system. It reminds us that something is wrong, without which,
abnormal conditions may go undetected, causing damage
or injury to vital parts of our bodies. Even though pain is a
necessary warning signal, nature may have gone too far in
its design. Aside from its function in diagnosis, long lasting
persistent pain serves no purpose.
Pain does not occur until encoded messages travel to the
brain where it is decoded and analyzed. These messages are
transmitted to different nerves that travel up the spinal cord to
the brain where it is perceived as pain.
WHAT IS TENS?
TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) is effective
in relief of pain. It is used by physical therapists, caregivers, and
athletes around the world.
TENS works by stimulating the nerves to block the pain signals
traveling to the brain, causing the pain go unperceived. Low
frequency TENS currents facilitate the release of our natural
morphine derivatives called endorphins which manage pain
and is the body’s natural painkillers.
Pain can be caused by many different factors. Often pain can
affect your mood, social events, and activities with family and
friends. Using the BioMed® Revived II can provide relief so you
can live and enjoy life pain free.