Tens Machine Australia Questions & Answers

Should be able to purchase a suitable power unit from something like dick smith - take unit and manuals in to them for advice

Hi. For two years or so i used a Revitive machine with the pads and initially thought it was good. But honestly i think benefits are mostly psychological and very temporary. After half an hour the discomfort returned. Yes it was good while it was running, and better when it stopped but i put that down to the "Banging your head on the wall effect" , it is nice when you stop! I use a 9 volt tens device from Aldi which is better, convenient, simple, portable and reasonably powerful. But again, its very temporary relief. I think much the same about physio machines too. I hope you find something to give relief. Maybe massage and gentle exercise?

no .. at lest 10 years old

Yes.. relieves heaps

Absolutely. It's brilliant.

Hi Sarina. I too have some neuropathic pain from diabetes and frankly the answer is any relief is slight , temporary and inconsistent. Tens machines are good for the temporary relief of muscle and joint pain . As for back pain, I guess it depends on the individual. I don't get relief from the machine. Good luck with it anyway.

yes but you have to find the best placement for electrodes I have been using tens for 20 + years and they do work I am diabetic with spinal nerve damage

The construction of a tens machine is quite simple and I don't think one is "better" than another. Tens machines have features and choosing one which has more features and settings for a little more money might be a good idea. Many run on 9 volt batteries. That's ok, but if you intend sitting and using it then one with a mains adaptor. Mine is an Aldi machine but it us made in Taiwan , infinitely preferable to China.

As previously mentioned, it will help relieve muscle pain. I suffer from arthritis and it helps daily to relieve the pain caused by constant spasms.. it will be trial and error but i am sure it will help.. i still take some pain relief but not as much as i used to..

Ok thankyou

Hi Jan, the way a TENS machine works is that it 'scrambles' the pain messages to the brain in the location where the pads are applied and act as a distraction from it. I cannot answer your question with yes or no, would recommend you google TENS and read a bit more about it, maybe discuss with a physio (if you have treatment already). It does require a bit of trial and error with the treatment to find a program and frequency of use that works best.

hi. I cant guarantee it because everyone is different. you can not relieve the bone on bone hence the surgery, but because the muscles are working against you normal walking and posture is compromised, it will certainly help relieve the muscle pain surrounding the area. pain from the hip goes down the leg and into the groin and of course many other places from not walking properly. the more you are able to keep active now, the quicker your recovery will be after surgery.

I found with my knee replacement that the machine helped before and after (consult doctor after surgery when it is safe to use again) surgery and still helps me with my back and shoulder, also when I over do it with my knee, so I do highly recommend buying one but shop around. your

doctor may also be able to order one for you from their medical book but make sure you can get replacement pads. takes a bit of getting used to but worth it. hope this has helped.. :-)

In my experience the tens machine works on muscles and ligaments somewhat superficially and temporarily. You can only try it. I am doubtful

I hope you get relief soon.

Thanks to all of you for your assistance. I have decided to purchase one and will let you know how I get on..

Jan

i have a steel plate scaffolding and screws and i have never had any problems with a tens other than a positive result....

tens has no side effects on metal parts. perfectly safe just start slow/mild

The thing is Omron has these new looking devices. The devices you want are the older products which are built tougher and without flash. I would suggest googling TENS MACHINE PHYSIO DIGI TENS or TENS 7000 and buying one of those silver machines. Tough and old school with lots of different settings, unlike the new flashy limited control items. Especially seeing they are on sale at most places in Australia for $60 that still stock them. The one place in lane cove that stock them also discount the pads down to $1.75 per pair buying them in bulk of 20 packets.

Got my TENS machine (Omron) from chemist warehouse and it is one of the best buys I've made. Omron makes equipment for many medical purposes, you'll probably find the blood pressure machine at your doctors is an Omron as with many other devices used in the medical field. They even manufacture electric tooth-brushes for Colgate. They have a very good name in the health industry. Sadly you have not addressed your concerns over the product, simply bad-mouthed the company. I'm guessing you probably had the settings too high (which can be unpleasant for some) or just didn't read the instructions. I use it often on my lumbar spine and it gives incredible relief after 2 15 minute sessions, also on my shoulders. I've just started using it on my father for rheumatism and bursitis. He was amazed how quickly it gave him relief!

If you google "Tens machine replacement pads" it brings up lots of places you can purchase them. Not sure if you can buy them at the local chemist. It depends on which machine you have. Mine is an Ausphysio one and I get mine online from external link . Hope this helps.

Plenty available on eBay and chemist

tens machine australia may b able to help just google

for replacement tens pads go to DX.com

I am not a doctor so I can not answer your first question. The Aldi one is very basic but it did the job of making muscle pain less very well. I now use one which cost a bit more ( $100.--) which does have a few more options but for the rest is similar.

I am not a doctor so my answer has to be read as such. The tens machine is not a cure so probably will not help you bending. However there is a good chance it will give you (some) pain relief and if it is the pain that stops you bending it might do yyo good

Just google tens machine em-6300a manual and you will get it

Thank you

I bought it online from AU Remedial, the site address is external link  since I purchased mine it has gone up to $120. However you should be able to purchase one from your local chemist. Don't know how big it will be or how expensive though. I went for a more expensive machine because of the features it came with. Hope this helps.

We bought our Comffit tens machine online from

external link 

It cost $149 and was recommended to us by our physiotherapist because of it's quality.

Thanks everyone got one from chemist at St. Agnes bought the small one that I can cart around with me. Thanks again Speedy

Your local chemist should have them. If not, they are available through Ebay for about $ 4.00 each for the basic ones. They are available in all forms and types.

I guess it depends on where you live Tristy. We bought ours online so can order through the website. Our chemists and hone care organisations also have them. If you type the brand you have + the area you live in the websites may show you where your closest outlet is. Hope this helps.

Thank u so much

I do not know, I am a user of this device and not a medical expert. Consulting your docter is the best way to find out