TENS Unit Muscle Stimulator – 24 Massage Modes, Touchscreen EMS Device, Dual Channel, Rechargeable, Deep Tissue Pain Relief for Back, Shoulder, Sciatica, Tendonitis, Plantar Fasciitis,8 Electrodes

This is a compact unit that can accommodate 4 pads total at a time (A and B inputs that have 2 leads each). While it can't take as many inputs as the one at physical therapy, I'd argue it's just as powerful. The main unit seems well made, and the cords, inputs, connections, etc. seem fine, if not quite as robust as the unit at my physical therapist's office. I got frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) after a fall while skiing a few years back. The orthopedic surgeon prescribed physical therapy and maybe ONE cortisone shot (and fingers crossed to avoid surgery). Well, I started with PT, which did help, and the exercises I did at home were helping strengthen my muscles. The use of e-stim along with everything else made all the difference. It really helped relax my muscles and relieve my pain for a while after using it. Once I was done with physical therapy, I really missed the 20-30 minutes with the e-stim machine at the end of my session. That was about 2 years ago, and wouldn't you know it, I hurt my other shoulder. Well, I can pretty much tell this is the same animal (it feels exactly like what happened to the other shoulder. I pulled out my exercise sheets and have been doing those, and icing and heating my shoulder (just a little heat, more icing). No cortisone this time as I don't think I really need it now that I understand how this all works. The thing that I didn't have though, was the e-stim machine. Enter a search on Amazon and voila: options galore. But, which to choose. Well after reading many reviews and going out to search engines to read articles and yet more reviews, I decided to give this one a try. It has not disappointed me. It has 6 different options for type of stimulation and varying patterns for each of those, and then you can increase/decrease the intensity of your chosen option and pattern. So far, I can only tolerate up to intensity level 2-3 of any option. The usb charger works fine, as do the leads where you attach the pads. There are 8 pads (4 sets of two) in the box, but they are reusable (make sure your skin is clean and dry, handle the pads with care). There is a "holder" for one set of pads after use (you stick one pad to each side and wrap the lead cord around it) that will help you store the pads between uses. I actually went to the company website and purchased a second holder for the other lead cord/pads if I decide to use 4 pads. I also purchased replacement pads on the company site because I know my husband will end up using this too. So, first impressions are great. This is a wonderful tool to help with pain while I rehab my other shoulder. It will be helpful for dealing with other pain and stiffness from just working out, or just getting older, lol. If something should change, I'll update this review, but for now I'm just happy to have a tool like this that works like the professional tool available at my PT's office. Being able to do this at home saves me time and co-pays. Now, I'm not saying don't go to physical therapy/doctor if you're having pain because you may need to do exactly that. In my case, though, where I know what's going on and know my body, I'm reasonably certain of my situation and what I need to do.

WOW. WHERE HAS THIS DEVICE BEEN ALL MY LIFE?! I suffer from Degenerative Disc Disease and sciatica. Specifically, the two lowest vertebrae in my lumbar spine(L4-L5) and the top of my spine/neck trap area. I work fulltime and am a student, so the majority of my day is spent sitting at a desk. With all the COVID restrictions this past year, I like many people have become more sedentary in my day-to-day life than I would prefer. As a result, I find myself suffering from debilitating chronic pain. Up until recently, my treatment plan has been a combination of exercising, stretching, heat therapy, and OTC anti-inflammatory medicine for pain management. I have seen many different doctors/specialists over the years, and to my dismay EMS therapy was never brought up as an pain management alternative until recently. I went to my first PT session and afterwards my therapist asked if I would like to try using the EMS unit. OMG.... LET ME TELL YOU...LIFE CHANGING. I won't go as far to say it takes the pain away, because it doesn't, HOWEVER, it definitely makes a noticeable difference dulling my sciatic pain. I went home, did my research and ended up purchasing this device. I wanted something that was affordable, portable/small in size, rechargeable, powerful, and easy to use. This unit checked off all those boxes. PLUS, it included a little clip to you can attach the unit to your pants and walk around with ease. I am very pleased with this device as it has exceeded my expectations. I have only had it for a couple days, and have already suggested it to friends and family members. My only complaint, is that if you decided to change the mode while its already running(like go from kneading setting to pressure point setting) it will turn off when you select the new setting, and you have to adjust the intensity for both sides over again. Its annoying, but it's not really a problem. That and the carrying case didn't come with the newest touch model, you had to purchase it separately compared to the previous model which you could buy as a package deal. *Disclosure: I purchased this device with my own money. Upon receiving the item, the company included a coupon to register the device for a lifetime warranty(whatever that actually means), and10 free electrode pads.

This is my second tens massager. My first tens massager was an AUVON brand, which work well while it lasted, but the wire was damage, and hard to find a replacement. I decided to just get a new device instead, and just try something different. This device itself is a lot bigger than my last one, being as big as my smartphone (Galaxy 8s), but just as lightweight! It also come with a snap-on casing, that allowed you to carry it by snapping it on your pant or maybe a string by your bed. The device is touchscreen so the backlight really helpful and makes the screen easy to see and touch. I wish I knew about the double-screen protector film on the device before tearing it off, but that's a small matter. Pressing on the mode, allowed you to shift through each one and the screen also let you know if it's a tens or ems massage you are working. Switching modes is a lot easier with the touch screen. So far, the system works really well and I love that this time the device came with a chart listing positioning and ailments from muscle pain to even headache!! The pad stick on well enough, and as directed I've try adding a drop of water to keep it longer lasting. (I'll keep watch to see if it last longer than the AUVON's brand kind. The pad to wire is snapped on, which is a lot easier to attached and take off without worrying about damaging the wires. It also come with a life-time warranty, which is easy to active online. Seriously, this is a really nice massager and worth the Five-Stars they are asking for.

I was suffering from a horrible back spasm when I ordered this and this unit has been a god send. I’ve been using it just about 2 days and I can standup straighter, and move with very little pain. My one annoyance is the lock button only locks down the touch screen, not the intensity buttons on the side. Very often while the unit is in my pocket, it gets bumped and the intensity will go up or down. It’s also easy for the lock button to be bumped, then the screen is unlocked and the settings are change in my pocket, making it so I have to get the unit out and redo all the settings. Had I known the lock button a) didn’t completely lock down the unit (buttons + screen) and b) was so easily turned off, I probably would have gone with a different model. But if you are just sitting with it and not trying to move around a lot or be active with the unit in your pocket, it’s great.

Just the Basic Facts Specifically got this to smooth out muscle knots that develop in my shoulders from working at a computer. The unit is highly effective, easy to use, and very powerful. It's on my "Awesome $50 Gift Ideas" list. Details There are 6 different massage modes, and 20 incremental intensity levels. I get the best results by mixing up the modes sequentially. The default session time is 20 minutes, but tapping on the time remaining increases it by 10 minutes to a max of 60 minutes. Tapping the massage icons switches modes, so the interface was designed well and is very intuitive. Intensity is indicated by 10 icons, but it's actually 20 levels because each "+" click increments it by 50%. This tiny device is so powerful that this highly granular control over intensity is essential. To illustrate this point, I've used this dozens of times and a "3" on most modes is as much as I can handle on my shoulders.. I can't imagine using this anywhere on my back or legs or arms where I could tolerate much more than a "5" or "6", so for most people it will be powerful enough no matter where/how it's used. It's the same size as an iPhone 5 SE (but much lighter), so you can hook up the system, turn it on and put the controller in your pocket if you want to do other things at the same time. It charges with a standard USB cable and using it at the "3" or "4" level, it'll last >200 minutes. Its storage box has a magnetic lid and contains an ingenious way to store & re-use the adhesive pads. which are standard & easily replaced inexpensively. Final note: I had physical therapy a few years ago that used the same principle in a medical office setting, and this accomplishes exactly the same thing. To put it in perspective: this unit cost about as much as 1 or 2 office visit copays, I've used it dozens of times so it's more than paid for itself. I'd recommend this to anyone who wants a simple, inexpensive way to have a device on hand at home.

The effectiveness I bought this because I always get bad shoulder pain especially on my right shoulder. Unlike massage with human hands, it doesn't feel instant relief when the machine starts to hit you. But once the treatment finishes, the tension in my muscles is gone and the treated shoulder feels totally relaxed, which I don't get feel after a spa treatment. However my shoulders aren't so badly painful recently, so I might not have tested the full potential of this machine. The strength Unlike some other Tens machines I tried in the stores, the muscle contraction on this one could be very strong. I feel like this gets even stronger than the machine I was using in the physiotherapist's clinic(not saying they are exactly the same treatment since I'm not entirely sure what treatment was given by my physiotherapist.). The modes I briefly tried all of the modes. I can feel there's different rhythms, and I can see from the screen that some modes are a combination of Tens and EMS, while some are just either one. However I'm not sure if different modes really bring a whole lot of difference to the final results, or does it really resemble the massage type it claims to be (also not that it bothers me). I do have a mode that I personally enjoy the most, which is the one with two fists. Not sure if it feels like two fists pounding on me, but it feels good. The price I see from the previous reviews that some people reported short lifespan of the machine. I've only been using it for a few days, I can't say for sure how long it will last. But the machine does feel solid and well made. I've done at least 6 treatments with it and I see no signs of machine failure. After all it cost just the price of one spa treatment, or not even. Considering the price, it is simply amazing.

I was overwhelmed looking for a TENS unit that was simple enough for my mom. She has trouble navigating technology so I needed something simple. This has been a God send for her and she is finally finding pain relief and I couldn't be happier.

I had been wanting a TENS unit for some time for occasional neck and back pain (the type that we all experience occaisionally) but did not realize the that they had become so affordable in recent years and did not investigate them until I recently developed tendonitis over my Lisfranc's joint on my right foot caused by aggressively attacking a long steep hill on my daily walk. Some articles recommended TENS therapy to relive the pain. I purchased this model because it also had EMS modes. TENS is to stimulate nerves and EMS is to stimulate muscles. I was concerned that a unit this compact would not have the power but it is very robust to the point that it begins to get uncomfortable before you reach half power. Very easy to use. It has 6 soft buttons on the touch screen, each with 4 different modes that I found a description of on their web site. Here are the different modes for the 6 soft buttons copied from their web site. 1. There are 4 types of kneading massage modes on our Touch X model. All of the kneading modes have a very consistent massage on them. Nice and smooth on each one. Very relaxing on the shoulders for knots. Kneading massages help reduce the tension in your muscles and helps tone the muscle after and before workouts. The first mode is the strongest of the kneading and is very effective at reducing shoulder pain and tension. The second mode has an acupuncture feel to it and is very effective for toning muscles. The third one is at a constant pace and is very effective for the lower back as well as shoulders. The fourth mode is similar to the first just not as strong, also great at shoulder pain. Loosen tight muscles and increase blood flow to the massaged area. Results are often improved when muscles are already relaxed before the kneading massage. 2. There are 4 types of Swedish massages on our Touch X model tens unit. The Swedish massage modes are great for kinks and knots as they surprise the muscles with rhythm changes in the massage. Swedish massage is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension. The first mode starts at a slow pace and ends with high contraction towards the end on about a four second interval. The second mode starts with fewer rhythm changes and is more consistent. Highly recommended to treat muscle knots and kinks. It will also improve your blood and oxygen flow to the body. The third and fourth massages are the same massage. The difference is mode 4 pulsates at a quicker rate but they both give off the same sensation. Very effective at treating muscle kinks and knots. Swedish massage is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension. 3. There are 4 types of cupping modes on our Touch X model. The difference between the first two modes is the strength. The second one starts at a slower pace and is lighter. Cupping can loosen muscles, encourage blood flow, and sedate the nervous system (which makes it an excellent treatment for high blood pressure). Cupping is used to relieve back and neck pains, stiff muscles, anxiety, fatigue, migraines, rheumatism, and even cellulite. 4. There are four types of massages modes that mimic a scraping massage on our Touch X model. Mode one starts contracting the muscles at low intensity and increases along on about a 5-second interval. Excellent therapy for reducing inflammation. Mode two starts contracting the muscles at a high intensity and stays at the same rhythm on about a 5-second interval, there is a 3-second pause between massage intervals. Excellent therapy after a workout to help your muscles recover. Mode 3 starts contracting the muscles at a high intensity then goes to low intensity in about a 3-second interval. This is a good therapy for kinks and knots in the body. Mode four starts contracting the muscles at low intensity and increases along on about a 5-second interval. Scraping massage benefits include anti-inflammation Increase blood circulation and oxygen flow Increases surface micro-perfusion (surface circulation of blood) Quicker injury recovery Quicker recovery after a hard workout, cleans out the lactic acid that builds up in the muscles Breaks up cellulite and micro-toxins. 5. There are four types of reflexology modes on our Touch X model. The first mode starts contracting the muscles at a high intensity gradually goes to a lower intensity in about a 10-second interval. There is about a 5-second pause in between the massage intervals. An excellent treatment for recovery of the muscles especially after an injury. Physical Therapists use this method on patients around the world. The second mode starts contracting the muscles at a low intensity and increases quickly to a higher intensity in about a 5-second interval. There is a two-second pause between massage intervals. Reflexology massage increases the flow of energy, increases circulation, and stimulates the digestive system. The third mode starts contracting the muscles at a low intensity then goes to high intensity for a few seconds and comes back down to low intensity in about a 5-second interval. It can help with boosting metabolism. The fourth reflexology massage starts contracting at a low intensity and increases rapidly as it goes along on a 10-second interval. There is a 2-second pause in between the massage interval. This mode is excellent at relieving chronic muscle pain. Improved nerve activity and circulation, as well as the balanced functioning of the metabolism. The pain-relieving qualities of reflexology mean that patients recover rapidly. EMS can increase body temperature, heart rate, and metabolism. In turn, the effect can help promote energy and fat absorption from the body. 6. There are four types of massage modes that mimic a Tai Chi massage. The first Tai chi mode starts with a constant pace then proceeds onto a higher intensity mode then the intensity will change again in the last 4 seconds of the massage. Some of the benefits from this mode are aerobic capacity and increased range of motion for your muscles. The second Tai chi mode is on a 10-second interval. It starts with a low-intensity contraction of your muscles then moves to a more rapid mode mimics a tapping massage. This mode is an excellent treatment for improved flexibility and strength of your muscles as well as relieving muscle tension. The third Tai chi mode has two massage intervals. The first one runs about 6 seconds with a 4-second pause in between. Then the second interval runs about 12 seconds with a 5-second pause in between intervals. This mode is great for recovering from injuries. Very effective at toning the muscles after workouts. The fourth Tai chi mode has two massage intervals. The first one has a 10-second interval a 5 second pause in between. The second one has a 6-second mode with a 1-second interval. This mode is very effective for the flexibility and strength of your muscles. Aids with digestion, stress and helps you relax. Great for the lower back, neck, and shoulders.