TENS Machine

[nelo23]

Has anyone had any experience with using a TENS machine for tremors?

[nelo23]

I see some posts from years ago and web sites selling the machines, but I am curious about recent attempts from people not wanting to sell the machines.

[saraoutwest]

I have a tens machine which I have used on my tremor (left arm/hand) It doesn't reduce the tremor, but is nice for relaxing the tension in the muscle that I get from all the constant muscle contracting.

[nelo23 in reply to saraoutwest]

that sounds like a good benefit

[Shirleyam]

Husband has used tens machine for back pain. Works well.

[maryalice]

I used it when I was first diagnosed. It helped to relax my muscles, but no change in tremor.

[etterus]

As a retired PT (physio), I can state that it is not likely to alter tremors. Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation is an attempt to reduce the impact of painful sensory input to the brain by “jamming the pathway with an alternative soothing stimulation”. It can be very effective for some and has virtually no significant side effects such as meds. If there’s a pain component such as a rheumatoid joint that is aggravated by the tremor it might be helpful.

[nelo23 in reply to etterus]

That sounds like it would be useful to me.