Gentle massager or tens unit for pain. Help!

[dlcsk]

Hello everyone it's been a while since I posted here. I lost the website and only just found this again tonight 😊

I am really struggling with the pain from FMS & hip impingement in both hips. Could anyone recommend a gentle massager or tens unit to help relief some of the pain. Some are just to painful to use. Thank you

[Carlt]

I have the Lloyd's pharmacy dual channel tens machine (Model LTD 2) which can adjust the intensity right down to where you can't feel it. I've had it for a few years now and it is about the only thing that eases the pain without unpleasant side effects.

[dlcsk in reply to Carlt]

Thank you for your reply. I'll have a look. I've tried a few tens units. But the gal pads don't seem to last to long. Just a couple of uses even when cleaned properly.

[Carlt in reply to dlcsk]

I use big butterfly pads off ebay. They are supposed to be for the back but I find that they stick better than the little pads and last longer.I can't use the machine on my back at all because it sends me into spasms.

[dlcsk in reply to Carlt]

Thank you. I'll have a look.

[Nuwaina in reply to Carlt]

Can I it be used for shoulder and back muscles without the need for help from another person !?

[Carlt in reply to Nuwaina]

It depends on how supple you are. I can just about get one on my shoulder blade but would need help to place them on my back.

[Mrspainting48 in reply to Carlt]

I use a tens i have the normal size down to small sport size...I also use a pain pen....all very afffective.....Though can not use near replaced hips knees etc.....Normal sized one has different intensity button ....small ones are milder and can be placed anwhere as they have tiny batteries ........good luck....

[lioncub]

Have you tried heat or cold packs? Personally I use very hot wheat packs, microwaved. The electric heat pad isn't hot enough to distract my brain from the pain but is good for relaxation. I understand that TENS work by distracting the brain with another sensation. I have hip problems too and have stopped forcing myself to sit in a chair. I sit up in bed where I am much more comfortable with my feet at hip level. I also have a futon in the living area if I have visitors - obviously none for a while! The bed mattress is more comfortable so I use that more. It means I am able to be more active overall and in less pain.

[dlcsk in reply to lioncub]

I have different heat pads and cool packs too. Nothing seems to be helping anymore. I'm really struggling with the pain now. Thank you for your advice.

[Yassytina FMA UK Volunteer]

We got one from Boots it works well with the different controls, I hope you find one suitable .Take care.

[dlcsk in reply to Yassytina]

Thank you I'll have a look on Boots online

[AllthatGlitters]

Hello I have the tens machine from Lloyds, think it was £20 with different intensities depending on what you feel like your body needs at the time. Replacement pads are £5. It’s the best thing I have used for pain 😀

[dlcsk in reply to AllthatGlitters]

Thank you

[Freddie20]

I have found a lady who specializes in fibromyalgia. She uses hot stones its incredibly relaxing and maybe because of the heat helps with pain. Its calms the nerves even though you may feel as if you want a strong massage it can aggravate the pain. Good luck.

[dlcsk in reply to Freddie20]

I'll have to give that a go. Thank you

[MALC19]

Hi there.I was given info from hospital pain clinic for a good tenscare company many years ago.

I was given a code at the time to get it at a discount.

The company i use have a lot of different tens machines from over all body and individual ones for different parts of body.

The company are very kind.

You could ring them and ask them to send you a catalogue first for you to look through to try and get the right one for you.

The company are called Tenscare phone no... 01372723434

I hope this helps you.

Take good care 😊😊

[dlcsk in reply to MALC19]

Thank you so much i will give them a ring

[MALC19 in reply to dlcsk]

You are very welcome.Was unsure if i would be able to post phone number due to sensitivity of forum but assumed it would be ok as its for a company for medical issues but the forum seems to have allowed it.😊😊

I hope that a lot of other people could call them to help with their pain.

Good luck i hope they can help you.

😊😊