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What is the primary purpose of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)?
What is the primary purpose of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)?
- Pain relief (correct)
- Enhancing circulation
- Muscle strengthening
- Improving flexibility
Conventional TENS uses low frequency pulses for pain relief.
Conventional TENS uses low frequency pulses for pain relief.
False (B)
What mechanism does Gate Control Theory rely on to alleviate pain?
What mechanism does Gate Control Theory rely on to alleviate pain?
Stimulating multiple sensory nerve fibers.
Acupuncture-like TENS adjusts the amplitude to generate a ______.
Acupuncture-like TENS adjusts the amplitude to generate a ______.
Match the following TENS types with their specifications:
Match the following TENS types with their specifications:
How long does pain relief generally last after using Conventional TENS?
How long does pain relief generally last after using Conventional TENS?
Endorphins released by the pituitary gland can inhibit pain transmission.
Endorphins released by the pituitary gland can inhibit pain transmission.
What is the frequency range for Acupuncture-like TENS?
What is the frequency range for Acupuncture-like TENS?
The typical treatment duration for Brief Intense TENS is ____ minutes.
The typical treatment duration for Brief Intense TENS is ____ minutes.
Which TENS method is most suitable for managing acute pain?
Which TENS method is most suitable for managing acute pain?
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Study Notes
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
- TENS uses a biphasic, balanced waveform with bipolar placement to relieve pain.
- TENS is employed most often to manage acute and chronic pain with activities of daily living (ADL).
- Pain relief is achieved through the Gate Control theory or the release of endogenous opiates (endorphins).
Conventional TENS
- High frequency (75-150 pps), short duration pulses are used for pain relief.
- Amplitude is adjusted to achieve a sensory response only.
- Conventional TENS is worn for several hours to manage pain, with an on/off ratio of 6 hours on, 1 hour off.
- Pain relief is typically fast (5-10 minutes) but short-lasting (20 minutes).
Acupuncture-like TENS
- Low frequency (1-10 pps), long duration pulses are used.
- Amplitude is adjusted to elicit a motor twitch.
- Treatments last 20-60 minutes and provide several hours (4-6) of pain relief.
- Often used for chronic pain conditions.
Brief Intense TENS
- High frequency, long duration pulses are used.
- Amplitude is adjusted to achieve strong paresthesia or a motor response.
- Treatments are short (15 minutes) and used most often during painful procedures.
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