Therapies... - TENS - Contraindications / Precautions / Warnings

Keep TENS units out of the reach of children.

Avoid TENS therapy if you are pregnant or have diabetes, metal plates or pins, or a demand-type cardiac pacemaker. If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, consult with your naturopath or other health practitioner before undergoing TENS therapy.

Do not place electrodes near the eyes or carotid sinus nerves. Electrodes should not interfere with or induce blood flow through the head (transcerebrally).

EKG alarms, EKG monitors, and sleep apnea monitors may not function properly when a TENS unit is in use.

Skin irritation may result from long term stimulation at the same electrode site. You may also experience skin irritation from the tape or gel. It is possible for the electrode to burn the skin.

As previously mentioned, TENS therapy does not treat the underlying cause of pain. Consult with your naturopath or other health practitioner to determine the appropriateness of this therapy for your needs as you work towards resolving the pain-causing ailment, situation, or condition at hand.