TENS machine

deb74

I was wondering if any of you had used a tens machine and if you found it helped. I am in absolute agony with my arthritis and was thinking about getting one rather than taking pills to help with the pain.

deb74

Thanks @woodbine.

Tori_Scope

Yes, I've also heard they work really well for some people, but not others @deb74. It could be worth a go. Have you spoken to your doctor about it? 

deb74

Hi @Tori_Scope. I have really painful joints because of my arthritis. I haven't spoken to my doctor yet but I know he isn't very keen on the idea of giving me loads of pills to take. I will talk to him and see what he thinks.Thanks

deb74

Hi @Cressida. No I haven't got a nurse that I can talk to but have read a few reviews on the Arthritis UK website and people seem to be singing the praises of the machines.

deb74

Hi @Cressida. I have just ordered a TENS machine!  The pain in my right hip  is getting unbearable. Like you said I have nothing to lose (except the pain) hopefully!

deb74

Hi @Cressida. I Will let you you know how I get on with it. Like you said it is better than taking loads of pills.

deb74

Hi @Cressida. I have just started using the tens machine. I am using it as I am typing this. This is the first time I have used it and it feels a bit weird but I am sure I will get used to it! 

deb74

Hi @Cressida. It arrived on Friday but I didn't start using until yesterday. I had to get me head around the instructions first. It has got loads of programs and different speeds. I will keep you undated on how well it works on the pain.

deb74

Hi @Cressida, I have used the tens machine a couple of times now and it is brilliant! I was I had bought one ages ago

deb74

Hi @Cressida. You are right about not knowing until you try. The pain is still there especially when I go for a walk but after I have uses the machine for a bit the pain calms down.