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Are TENS machines and PD compatible?

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Been loaned a TENS machie by a friend who suffers back pain. My left leg has the dreaded "rest tremor" and I wonder if the TENS will help relieve some of the pain I am getting in my feet and calves when tremor is evident. Anyone know??

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beehive23

i have been using tens for 10 years....pain relief...hang tough

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House2

Yes, but seek professional guidance if you have DBS, pacemaker, etc.

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ryzlot

I have used TENS for a number of issues and I have not seen a relation to symptoms - JR

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