Stimulate wound healing after surgery with a tens unit

Electrical Stimulation has been used for decades to enhance wound healing.

It stimulates the movement of cells involved in the immune response and new tissue growth, increases blood flow, has antibacterial effects and reduces edema. 

Tens units provide a low-level current compared with higher-grade medical devices; however, they are cost-effective and may provide a boost to healing for clients who are capable of managing some self-care on their own. The average device costs less than $40.

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Tens units are contraindicated for individuals with osteomyelitis, sensory loss in the treatment area, metal implants, or metal wound dressings such as Silver AG in the wound bed. 

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How to use TENS TO STIMULATE HEALING

• Use the TENS UNIT for 15 min + Daily 

• Place the 4 pads around the wound outside the dressing or on opposite sides of incision

• NO SILVER AG products in the wound while using the device. 

• Non Silver/AG dressing can stay in place 

• Find a setting that feels comfortable and turn up until you feel it slightly but does not cause muscle contractions.

As an added bonus, using a Tens unit can also ease muscle tension and nerve irritation. If your back or neck is being affected by poor sleep and posture during your initial surgery, you can safely apply the electric stimulation. Apply the pads surrounding the area that is giving you trouble. Find a comfortable setting and turn the intensity up until you feel it, but not so intense that the muscle is contracting. For muscle or nerve irritation, timing should be around 60 minutes at a time. If you are still irritated, you can do repeat sessions in the same day.