What should you know about the Medvice TENS unit?

TENS means transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. Adhesive pads sit on the skin near the painful area, and the device delivers a controlled sensation such as tingling. This may change how pain signals are processed and can make movement or daily activity more manageable. It does not repair a fracture, infection, nerve compression, or other underlying cause. The right pad position and programme depend on the body region and the reason for pain.

Read the device instructions and begin with a comfortable intensity rather than turning the control up quickly. Place pads on clean, dry skin around the painful area, not over broken or irritated skin. Keep electrodes away from the front or side of the neck, head, eyes, and chest unless a clinician has specifically advised otherwise. Do not use the unit while driving, bathing, sleeping, or operating machinery. Stop if it causes burning, worsening pain, dizziness, or a rash. For background information, see the TENS Unit guide.

Arrange medical advice for new pain after a significant injury, pain with weakness or loss of sensation, or symptoms that steadily worsen. Seek urgent care for severe sudden pain, loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness around the groin, chest pain, or trouble breathing. Ask before using TENS if you have an implanted electrical device, a seizure disorder, reduced skin sensation, or are pregnant, because electrode placement and treatment choices may need individual guidance.

Ask which diagnosis the unit is meant to support, where the pads should go, how long each session should last, and what intensity is suitable. Confirm whether your medicines, skin condition, pregnancy, or implanted device changes the advice.