Hi, I use a TENS and MNES machine (mine is combo, so I can use it either for Pain relief with the TENS or for building muscle with the MNES settings). I got it from a company that sells refurbished or extra medical equipement. The machine I got is worth $800+, I got it for $230. The TENS works well when I have pain, mostly for my lower back and butt. The NMES I used on part of my quad that needed "help" in building muscle, it worked a bit, I have used it for otehr muscles too and it does work, but you have to use it consistently to build any muscle...
Marieke RN (AFTER I got TM!) t...@t1, March 18, 2004. I walk with a long leg brace and use a cane. Date: Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:48:26 -0700 From: tmic-digest-requ...@eskimo.com Subject: tmic-digest Digest V2009 #339 To: tmic-dig...@eskimo.com --Forwarded Message Attachment-- tmic-digest Digest Volume 2009 : Issue 339 Today's Topics: Re: [TMIC] T.e.n.s. Unit [ CANDIS KALLEY <cakal...@embarqmail. ] Re: [TMIC] using a T.E.N.S try unit [ CANDIS KALLEY <cakal...@embarqmail. ] Re: [TMIC] [ CANDIS KALLEY <cakal...@embarqmail. ] --Forwarded Message Attachment-- Date: Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:48:55 -0400 From: cakal...@embarqmail.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [TMIC] T.e.n.s. Unit I do want to tell you all about the TENS pads and my experience. I am highly allergic to many things especially glue - I need to use paper tape for example. The pads provided with any TENS units caused me to have a rash and hives - VERY uncomfortable. I tried several types of pads - even the hypo-allergic - all with the same result. I think it's the gel used on the pads. SO, I soak the pads in water for 24 and the gel falls off. I then wash the pads several times and dry them. I then use paper tape to re-inforce the stem area around where the connector comes out of the pad otherwise the stem falls out in a couple of days. When I use the pads, I use an aloe gel on the pad - result no more alleric reaction. You can get the aloe gel at any drugstore or WalMart. Good Earth has a brand, others have vit. E. Just info in case some of you have the same problem. Prayers and thoughts for you and yours, Candy K. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Akua" <a...@artfarm.com> To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Friday, April 24, 2009 12:03:49 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [TMIC] T.e.n.s. Unit Wow! Wow! Thank you for the information and insight! >I got one from Dr./insurance didn't cover $250. I went on Ebay and >Amazon - cost 29.99 up. I got 2 at the cost of $39.99 ea. plus >shipping. They do as good as the Dr/insurance type just not as >fancy - the difference is name and prescription. Besides, I can get >the pads and extra wires on Ebay at a fraction of the cost of the >Dr/insurance type which only takes their type of pad & wires. > >Prayers and thoughts for you and yours, > >Candy K. > >----- Original Message ----- >From: "Akua" <a...@artfarm.com> >To: tmic-list@eskimo.com >Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2009 10:20:55 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern >Subject: Re: [TMIC] T.e.n.s. Unit > > >No one dismissed it. >I was denied that therapy by a DR. > >It is on the list of if i hit the lottery. >-- -- http://www.akuadesigns.etsy.com http://www.artfarmpaperwworks.etsy.com http://www.akua.artfire.com http://Akuadesigns.ShopHandmade.com http://en.dawanda.com/shop/AkuaDesigns http://www.artfarm.com http://www.absolutearts.com/portfolios/a/akualezli/ http://www.zencrochet.blogspot.com/ http://www.healrecover.blogspot.com http://www.akuahaiku.blogspot.com http://www.akualezli.blogspot.com http://imagecarve.blogspot.com/ http://lowgourmet.blogspot.com --Forwarded Message Attachment-- Date: Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:54:20 -0400 From: cakal...@embarqmail.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [TMIC] using a T.E.N.S try unit I was given the option of the implanted stimulator also. BUT, since I'm alleric to so many things AND I had a "botched" surgery just 3 months before TM came to stay, I was reluctant to have surgery. ALSO, I wasn't certain it would work. SO the TENS seemed like the best solutions and it does help! Prayers and thoughts for you and yours, Candy K. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Janice" <jan...@centurytel.net> To: "CANDIS KALLEY" <cakal...@embarqmail.com>, "tmic-list" <tmic-list@eskimo.com> Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2009 11:30:20 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [TMIC] using a T.E.N.S try unit I don't use a tens. I use spinal cord stimulator that is implanted in my back hip. It stops most of the pain before it reaches my brain telling me that I have pain. Very similar to the tens. It helps with pain and with stamina. Janice ----- Original Message ----- From: CANDIS KALLEY To: tmic-list Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2009 6:48 PM Subject: Re: [TMIC] using a T.E.N.S try unit I'm not Marieke and I'm not from Canada but I swear by tens. I know it helps with my back and neck pain level bringing it down a notch or 2. I get out of bed and reach for my tens before even a cup of coffee. I know TENS is not for everyone BUT I think anyone should try it before dismissing it. Prayers and thoughts for you and yours, Candy K. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pieter and Heather" <pieterheat...@shaw.ca> To: cjb...@aol.com, tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2009 7:30:22 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [TMIC] using a T.E.N.S try unit Carol, I'm glad it has helped Jim so much. Marieke also from Canada uses the Tens machine with much success as well. I'm sure she will chime in soon and say the same. It helps a lot of people. Heather in Calgary ----- Original Message ----- From: cjb...@aol.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2009 5:14 PM Subject: [TMIC] using a T.E.N.S try unit Hi friends, I just read the message about being told it was bogus to use an electric shock like device. My husband jim has had TM since May 2005. A church friend who is a physical therapist suggested Jim try it, we had a tens unit from awhile back to help with pain. George told Jim where to place the pads to help the hamstring. In less than a week he went from 20% to 75% movement. Its to early to be sure how much movement he will get, but he is certain its not bogus. We will keep you all posted, carol and jim Big savings on Dell XPS Laptops and Desktops! --Forwarded Message Attachment-- Date: Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:25:52 -0400 From: cakal...@embarqmail.com To: tmic-list@eskimo.com CC: jan...@centurytel.net Subject: Re: [TMIC] Janice, I went to John Hopkins and I did meet with Dr. Kerr plus 5 or 6 others. I can't remember all thier names. I was given the same tests - blood, spinal tap & mri. Dr. Kerr agreed with the dx BUT he also stated that he thought I had Sjogrens - which rheumotoloist (sp?) confirmed. Dr. Kerr also suspected NMO but so far no more problems BUT my eyes are getting worse. I was terribly nearsighted - almost legally blind, had lasic approx. 10 years ago with good results but now rely on my glasses more and more for distance. I can read at normal distance but beyond arms length, I want/need to wear my glasses to make everything clear. The best thing about going to Hopkins or Mayo is that you get on their list and you can participate in trials. PLUS, you are asked to donate the surplus blood and spinal fluid so that they can be entered in a data bank to help research. Also, I got more peace of mind knowing that I had seen the "best" in the field and the dx was the same. OH Yes, Dr. Kerr recommended that I take 8 mg of Tizanidin (Zanaflex) 3X a day - BUT that was just too much for me, I wound up sleeping all day & night except to get up to potty and sometimes eat. I did lose weight but don't recommend that route. I have cut back to 4mg morning & afternoon then 8mg at night. I do sleep for 8 - 10 hours at night and don't have nearly the spasms I did with the old doseage of just 4mg at night! Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably . And never regret anything that made you smile. Prayers and thoughts for you and yours, Candy K. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Janice" <jan...@centurytel.net> To: "transverse myelitis" <tmic-list@eskimo.com> Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2009 11:50:17 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: [TMIC] For those of you who went to Hopkins or Mayo, were they able to help you any more, physically, than your regular doctors from your home town? What would Hopkins or Mayo do that would make any difference in your recovery? Janice _________________________________________________________________ Experience all of the new features, and Reconnect with your life. http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=9650730
