Manual Programme - TensCare perfect TENS Mode D'emploi

sensation. The continuous change
helps prevent
occurring.
Programme G:
P - This programme constantly varies
the sensation, and is ideal for treating
chronic pain over long period (example
5+ hours). Neck, shoulder, Elbow pain,
Rheumatic pain, Lumbago, Hip pain,
Osteoarthritic pain in the knee.
Programme H:
P + E – This programme alternates
between low and high frequency every
3 seconds and gives 3 seconds of
tapping, followed by 3 seconds of
tingling sensation. The effective pain
relief is provided by a combination of P
and E. Some people find the changes
in stimulation uncomfortable.

7.2. MANUAL PROGRAMME

Manual Programme M:
Surprisingly little research has been
done on the importance of frequency.
Professor Han did
showed that P increased as the
frequency increased – but only tested
up to 100 Hz.
And that E decreases as the frequency
increases.
So, E is less effective when the
frequency is >10 Hz and P is less
effective when the frequency is <80 Hz.
Most clinical research on P has been
done at 80 Hz or 100 Hz.
Many professional users believe that
the response to TENS varies between
individuals, and that you can get the
accommodation
research that
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best response by
frequency that suits your nervous
system the best. They suggest that you
start at 80 Hz or 110 Hz, then try
different the frequency until you find
one that gives you better pain relief.
a. Press the P key until you reach
programme M.
b. Press the T key. The Hz symbol will
flash next to the number at the bottom
centre of the screen.
CH1
c. Press CH1+ or CH1- to adjust the
setting. You can select a frequency
from 2 to 150 Hz.
d. Press the T key again to save your
change and advance to the next setting
µs. You can select a pulse width from
50 to 250 µs.
e. Press the T key to select C or B.
C = Constant B = Burst
f. Finally, you can select the Treatment
Timer. Continuous, 10, 20, 30, 40 or 60
minutes.
g. Press T once more to return to start
using.
See section 6 for more information on
the choice of settings.
choosing the
CH2
Hz