Category: TENS

TENS

Essential Tools for Successful Physical Therapy Treatment

Keep therapy engaging and effective by using technologies manufactured with the PT clinic in mind, Garrett Early, PT, DPT, COMT, OCS, explains in this feature for Physical Therapy Products.

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Tapping Into Pain: A Product Approach

Therapists can use the evidence base to tap into the tremendous potential of technology to manage pain symptoms. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Ryan McConnell, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT.

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Grace Under Pressure

Female athletes have a higher incidence of musculoskeletal injuries than men, but a gender-specific approach to pain management helps them optomize recovery and get back to competition. A feature for the January 2018 issue of Physical Therapy Products by Catherine A. Grumbein, PT, DPT.

Dual-Function Grafco GF-DF5 Stimulator Provides Both TENS and EMS

by Deborah Overman | Jun 20, 2017 | Pilates, TENS | 0

Atlanta-based GF Health Products Inc introduces the Grafco GF-DF5 Premium Dual Function Stimulator, which is designed to provide both Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and Electrical Muscular Stimulation (EMS) functionality.

Pain Treatment Modalities in Physical Therapy

by Deborah Overman | Mar 2, 2017 | ACL/MCL Repair, Hot/Cold Packs & Wraps, Recovery, Soft Tissue Mobilization, TENS, Therapeutic Laser, Topical Analgesics, Ultrasound | 0

Emerging trends point toward combining traditional treatments with new, noninvasive technologies for successful pain management and restoration of function. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Rushi Shahiwala, PT.

Rehabilitation of the Aging Patient at Home

by Deborah Overman | Jan 21, 2017 | Cardio & Conditioning, Medicare & Insurance, Strength, TENS, Topical Analgesics, Ultrasound | 0

With the proper equipment, knowledge, and skills, the home care physical therapist is in a unique position to provide excellent individualized care. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Timothy L. Kauffman, PhD, PT, FGSA, FAPTA, and Lori A. Eberly, PT, DPT, ATC.

Physical Modalities in Contemporary PT Practice

by Deborah Overman | Oct 11, 2016 | E-Stim, Hot/Cold Packs & Wraps, Massage, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Sprains & Strains, Strength, TENS, Therapeutic Laser, Therapeutic Tape & Wraps, Topical Analgesics, Traction, Ultrasound | 0

Pain management technologies give thrust to a strategy that leverages pain neurophysiology and the body’s use of pain as an alarm system. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Thomas Denninger, DPT, OCS.

Omron HEAT Pain Pro Device Offers Combination of TENS with Heat

by Deborah Overman | Oct 4, 2016 | Pilates, TENS | 0

Now available over the counter from Omron Healthcare Inc is the Omron HEAT Pain Pro device, which combines transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) technology and heat to help provide drug-free relief for acute muscle and joint pain.

Why Do I Hurt After Exercise?

by Deborah Overman | Sep 10, 2016 | E-Stim, Hot/Cold Packs & Wraps, TENS, Therapeutic Laser, Topical Analgesics, Ultrasound | 0

Temporary muscle soreness can be a side effect of the choice to pursue healthful activity, but PTs can offer clients several methods of effective, affordable relief. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by William M. Siegel, PT, DPT, MBA, Cert MDT.

Medicine’s Pain Avenger

by Deborah Overman | Jul 5, 2016 | ACL/MCL Repair, Arthritis, E-Stim, Hot/Cold Packs & Wraps, Joint Replacement, Laser, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Sprains & Strains, TENS, Therapeutic Laser, Therapeutic Tape & Wraps, Topical Analgesics, Ultrasound | 0

As the cost of treatment rises, pain management solutions that are efficient and effective become vital assets in the therapist’s toolbox.

The Lowdown on Low Back Pain Treatment

by Deborah Overman | Mar 15, 2016 | Cardio & Conditioning, E-Stim, Hot/Cold Packs & Wraps, Joint Mobilization, Laser, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Strength, TENS, Therapeutic Laser, Topical Analgesics, Ultrasound | 0

Pain relief technology helps drive a protocol for managing low back pain that integrates physical therapy modalities with the treatment-based classification system.

Advances in Therapeutic Technology for Pain Management

by Deborah Overman | Oct 29, 2015 | Arthritis, Braces, E-Stim, Hot/Cold Packs & Wraps, Orthotics, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Sports Braces, TENS, Therapeutic Laser, Therapeutic Tape & Wraps, Topical Analgesics, Ultrasound | 0

According to author Jeffrey P. Foucrier, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, methods for managing pain include a reliable core of tested modalities accented by emerging and alternative products.

Putting Pain Control Back in the Hands of the Patient

by Deborah Overman | Oct 20, 2015 | E-Stim, Hot/Cold Packs & Wraps, Laser, Massage, TENS, Therapeutic Laser, Therapeutic Tape & Wraps, Traction, Ultrasound | 0

Today’s pain management is putting control back in the hands of pain patients, thanks to a growing number of easy-to-use and effective at-home therapies.