TensCare TENScare Sports Tens2 for Pain Relief, Muscle Toning and Relaxation (Eligible for VAT relief in the UK) & Superior Large Electrode pads (4 packs of 2 pads) 50 x 90 mm

TensCare Sports TENS - TENs, EMS and Massage device - Perfect for Pain Relief and Muscle Strengthening, Toning and Rehabilitation. Perfect for on the go or at Home INTRODUCTION TO THE SPORTS TENS 2 The Sports TENS 2 is a multi-purpose combination unit that offers the latest in electro muscle stimulation and TENS. It has three basic functions, which can be used in combination: 1. Stimulation of sensory nerves for Pain Relief (TENS). 2. Stimulation of motor nerves and muscle tissue (EMS) to build and alter muscle function 3. A massage effect. To achieve this, the device has two independent stimulation channels and four self adhesive electrodes. It offers a choice from a large number of settings designed to increase general wellbeing, alleviate pain, maintain physical fitness, aid relaxation, revitalize muscles and combat fatigue. You can either select these settings from pre-set programmes or determine them yourself according to your requirements. Powerful Sports TENS is a powerful fitness and performance muscle stimulator for body toning, shaping, beauty and relaxation. It has TENS settings to relieve pain due to injury and over-training. Gentle massage is provided for relaxation and de-stressing. Multiple Functions Sports TENS is flexible enough to help with all stages of training and recovery. It has 27 EMS programmes, 10 TENS programmes, 10 massage programmes and 8 user defined programmes enabling you to experiment and save your favourite settings - unrivalled performance for a product of this size and price. Memory Sufficient memory for a 30 day exercise programme comprising of 3 uses a day. The memory records usage time and average intensity used. For training, this enables you to keep an exercise diary, for rehabilitation and pain relief it offers an objective treatment record. Special Features Li-Ion mobile phone style battery making it lightweight and compact, and is supplied complete with external charger. Unique locking lead connection and built-in cable tidy Backlit LCD screen - Whenever a button is pressed the screen will light up making the screen easy to read and very clear. Comfortable strength Control - Each step in strength is small, thereby maximising the comfort level. How TENS Works TENS stands for Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. TENS stimulates your body's own natural defences against pain. It is totally safe, and has been used successfully by thousands of pain sufferers. TENS sends a gentle stimulation through the skin which works in TWO ways:- Pain Gate Stimulating the sensory nerves, which carry touch and temperature signals. These nerves go to the same connections in the spine as the nerves carrying pain. A strong sensory signal will block the pain signal travelling up the spine to the brain. This is known as closing the "Pain Gate" and takes effect quite quickly after the unit is switched on. You can use TENS several times a day, for as long as you like. Endorphin Release At low frequency settings, and slightly stronger output, TENS drives the motor nerves to produce a small repetitive muscle contraction. This is seen by the brain as exercise, and this promotes release of Endorphins - your body's own natural pain killer. The relief builds up and normally takes about 40 minutes to reach a maximum level which can last for hours after the machine is switched off. By using TENS you can expect to achieve a significant reduction in pain. Side Effects There are no known side effects to TENS use and long-term TENS use is not harmful. Positioning the electrodes for TENS The TENS effect is confined to the nerves entering a single vertebra in the spine. To be effective, you therefore need to stimulate a sensory nerve entering the spine at the same level as the nerve carrying the pain. For this reason electrodes are usually first placed where the greatest pain is felt. Nerves follow the curve of the ribs, and spiral around the limbs, so you will need to try different positions until you find the best for you. Try moving the electrodes short distances to establish the positions that are most effective for you. TENS is clinically tested and approved for many applications including: Back pain, and lumbar and cervical spine problems Joint pain (e.g. knee joint, hip joint, shoulder) Neuralgia Headaches Women's period pains Pain after injuries to musculoskeletal system Pain with circulatory problems Chronic pain through various causes E.M.S.: What it is and How it Works EMS stands for Electrical Muscle Stimulation and is a widespread and generally recognized method that has been used for years in sports and rehabilitation medicine. In the sports and fitness field, one of the uses of EMS is as a supplement to conventional muscle training, in order to increase the efficiency of muscle groups and adapt physical proportions to the desired aesthetic results. EMS has two main applications. Firstly, a targeted strengthening of musculature can be produced (Activating application) and secondly a