Is TENS An Effective Treatment For Herniated Discs?

Posted on Tue, 11 Jul 2017

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Question : I have 2 bulging lumbar disks. i get shots in my si joints every 6 months. i have ehlers danlos. i tried my dads tens unit on my lower back. is there a durable rechargeable type of unit you would suggest

Answered by Dr. Dr. Gopal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
I would prefer hot packs then tens.

Detailed Answer:
Hi , I am Dr Gopal Goel, Orthopedic Surgeon.
In my clinical practice , I lay more stress on Exercises + medications( Short term only ) To treat patients of Disc bulge. Tens may give you temporary relief , but better relief would come from use of hot packs- many variations are available.
As far as TENS is concerned , You will have to see local pharmacist if any re chargeable model is available.

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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Gopal (1 hour later)

Is there another specialty I should ask?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Gopal (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Best would be local dealer or e commerce sites.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
This question ,about choice of TENS,can best be answered by local dealer of medical equipment or e commerce sites.If you want can, try XXXXXXX thanx for the question, PL feel free to ask any further question.

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