What is the Difference Between TENS & EMS?

What is the Difference Between TENS & EMS?
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Website: bobandbrad.com/
Bob and Brad discuss the differences between TENS & EMS in more detail than the short version they gave in their other video on if they will help with healing of an area.
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[@malexmartinez4007]

I particularly appreciate how they mentioned what they are NOT expert at. Such honesty is only becoming rarer in YT thru the years. Kudos to you two!

[@gavenblsn4753]

that is the MOST boomer intro lmao

[@PeaceLoveAndEternalGrooviness]

Cool timing I was just looking into this very topic.

[@CJBoehlert]

I find that happens alot with these guys. I'll be wondering about something and they just happen to release a video on it.

[@sarahhiggs1631]

Christopher Boehler

[@pranavgautam96]

I've been watching your channel since 3/4 years. And I gotta say it - this setup looks weird. But as always, great information. Thanks a lot.

[@gtwomey0423]

Thanks. I have the iRelieve unit and love it. I use it for my lower back.

[@chizmichael7331]

JRW Manufacturer for TENS EMS TENS EMS 28 Programs (Model: JRW-666) You can adjust the Pulse width and frequency by yourself Working time 5-90 minutes, Intensity: 1-80 levels. Mode and intensity of two channel can be controlled separately.

[@CiaronCinnfhaelidh]

Okay... But how does ems and tens machines differ mechanically, if they both stimulate through electrical impulses?

[@dipankarpanda8414]

For that u plz study some hardware engineering related stuff bro, I think internal of machine is not covered in this video...

[@Thankful_n_Grateful]

Excellent, Concise & Informative... Thanks

[@tempest501]

If you suffer from back pain and EMS be used to passively strengthen the back until your at a stage you can exercise it?

[@RayMak]

Thanks!

[@gobananas1620]

Question - The NIH has some studies out now which support using tens units for reduction of extremity swelling and lymphadema. Can you please address how to go about using it for that. My husband has had surgery closing off some older overrelaxed veins which were causing excess fluid and lymphadema in his legs and feet, he is very healthy for 82, just old veins, and he walks 4-5 miles every morning. The surgery has helped some, but this tens approach seems to offer additional help and improvement. Thank You

[@kwills7361]

I have Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 2 and have a love/hate relationship with my TENS. Sometimes it helps other times it just makes the nerves angrier than what they were, to begin with. I wonder if there is a benefit using an EMS for muscle spams that we tend to get with CRPS.

[@LivingTithe]

Friend, have you tried INF in combination with EMS? RS medical has a device called RS -4i+ that you can perform both. The INF stops pain before it goes up to the brain and tapes into your natural opiates for pain...the TENS is just a sensory device and Subject to skin resistance

[@chizmichael7331]

JRW Manufacturer for TENS EMS (Model: JRW-666) You can adjust the Pulse width and frequency by yourself

[@fiona3821]

Thanks for sharing. I see some machines advertise for both.. do it depend on uow much you turn it up 😮

[@snugcorner8356]

Conceptually aren’t they all the same (tens, ems or rife), just with differing configuration for different applications?

[@gobananas1620]

Also, what are the various features of tens units and how to chose the right one, this is a challenge. Perhaps you can educate on this. Thank You

[@Featherface01]

I have wrist drop due to radial nerve palsy following an accident. Do you think this would help to speed up recovery?

[@vgraham2988]

Thank you. This explained it well.

[@BobandBrad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ellatoler4046]

Thank you, this provided some good information.

[@samc1815]

What about for rheumatoid arthritis Can tems help with it ??

[@karinaannks418]

Great information guys!!

[@sobizzr]

Great content as always 👍. We need your insights on EMP. Electromagnetic Pulser. Let's say Bob Beck Pulser or Sota Pulser.

[@hambaallah531]

Should I use it untill the muscle cntract itself

[@yaniv134]

Sorry for the ignorance but the device sends a low electric signal so what is the difference between the devices both send a low electric signal so how is the difference between ems and tens?

[@groovy-momma418]

Pain medication, what's that? 🤣 I don't know any Dr that gives those anymore. Good video though. More helpful than the last one I just watched. 👀 I think I need to use it for both because my muscles are also pretty non-existing due to lack of use over the years with chronic pain. What do you think? I'm going to also check with my insurance before buying one.

[@creatingyourlifestyle4898]

Thanks

[@fingerprint5511]

I use battery operated tens and it helps!

[@velocci6666]

For the tens machine, does it help heal the muscle so the pain reduces over time permanently? Or is it just a temporary bandaid or just reduce pain temporarily?

[@LivingTithe]

TENS is temporary sensory relief. Look into the RS -4I through Rs medical as it has both NMES and INF to tap into both muscle contraction and actual long term pain relief by stopping the pain signal and releasing natural, internal opiates within your own body

[@emailtojacob]

My physiotherapist was using a machine connected to my body. it transfer electric pulses . I feel electric shock. if he increase beyond a level , its unbearable . can you tell what's the device ? its tens or ems ??

[@GreenGateTV]

I believe these guys immediately

[@kratos9756]

Can we use ems and tens together at the same time ??!! please i need an answers👋👋👋👋

[@davidbjelic1975]

I was wondering if the EMS would help me with my calves which have atrophied from years of neuropathy. I had a back Op in 2018 which cured the pain in my legs. I am using a rebuilder unit to help rebuild the nerves. Would EMS help with the strengthening of the calf area?

[@NicolasDam]

I have the exact same question David. I also have an atrophic calf because of a disc hernia I had four years ago which damaged the nerve. Did you try EMS after all? Also, what is a rebuilder unit? First time I hear of it.

[@davidbjelic1975]

@@NicolasDam The rebuilder is similar to a tens machine except you place your feet in a foot bath tub and place an electrode pad in each side of the divided foot bath tub. The control box allows you to adjust the electrical pulse which you can feel pulsating from your feet up through your calf. It is timed for a half hour session. I got it through my neurologist. It doesn't work for everyone. You might ask your neurologist if he offers in office tis. This way you can decide if its for you or not.

[@monicadimos1844]

@@davidbjelic1975 would an ems ans tens combinéd work on a knee problème that didnt heal well after total knee replacement ??

[@davidbjelic1975]

@@monicadimos1844 I don't truly know. My guess is it would depend on wether the pain was joint related or nerve damage related. You should consult with your Dr or physical therapist.

[@cynthiaherndon4480]

How about pelvic floor? Can you attach some probes?

[@L4dyG4g4]

I'd like to know as well....pelvic floor training is an important aspect for vaginal trauma post vaginal birth and NO ONE in the medical community focuses on moms post healing or even talks about kegals for after baby's born!!!

[@petevannuys5642]

Can use on sprained leg or nerve injury ?

[@user-qx1vp6pr8w]

i am interested in the EMS since i have foot drop and muscle atrophy. what ems device do you recommend?

[@geoffwinters9356]

Will ems or tens help with an mcl sprain recovery?

[@simplytruth9729]

Good question. Have you found an answer in this past year? I want to know if ems helps with quads and an acl injury without surgery too. Hope your are doing better.

[@shelleymeyer4933]

How about ! Ritm scenar unit? I have one and love it.

[@kwills7361]

I haven't heard of it, researching it now. What do you use it for if I may ask?

[@dixiejackson6025]

Can you injure your ankle by placing electrodes too close to ankle using nmes for foot drop.

[@JD-mm7ur]

what setting to use for shooting nerve pain in lumbar/pelvis?

[@erikkrueger3344]

what if i dont have PAIN per se, but a lot of inflammation? My knee keeps flooding with synovial fluid and my legs have bad pitting edema :(

[@BobandBrad]

We would recommend you seeing your doctor asap

[@YouButter]

Hi I love Dr Perry Nickelstons approach to the lymphatic system and getting it moving through simple techniques. He has a ton of videos. It will save you a lot of pain and possibly surgery.

[@rachitbalani9752]

which one is good for frozen shoulder?

[@fredwebster1091]

my college softball pitchers almost all use the tens

[@Jeff-zc6rr]

I bought ems but... pick mode, pick time, pick strength but there didn't seem to be any other button to start stimulating. can't find any "how to" to make it start stimulating after you pick your settings. tell me the secret please.

[@BobandBrad]

You can find the quick start guide for the iReliev TENS units here ireliev.com/device-help/

[@deeporteous5143]

But what's the difference in how they work, you never say in your videos what makes them different, do they feel different for example? TENS uses endorphins, does the EMS do the same and if so how?

[@0olong]

I get what they're *for* now, but I'm still really unclear on the actual difference...

[@joym824]

2nd comment!! Can I use either of these for my back pain? I have a pacemaker. All of this from Lyme disease

[@Tetupemu]

I can answer to this. EMS units are NOT adviced to use with pacemakers. They work with different frequency, but there's still a risk. But you can try to use other ways to activate your passive nervous system in order to reduce pain. Sincerely, Tero Mutikainen, EMS coach, MyEMS Fitness, Finland

[@rayoflight39]

cannabis

[@rudycarrera4759]

My TENS therapy device warns against its use if you have a pacemaker or any other implanted electronic device.

[@joym824]

@@rudycarrera4759 thank you, that's what I thought

[@joym824]

@@rayoflight39 it doesn't help...it's nerve pain...one brand of expensive CBD oil helped me though

[@cscox13]

So......????

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[@wvsky]

I just wasted 4 minutes of my life hoping to find out what exactly an EMS does and HOW. You never explained that.

[@Yahootie]

CBD.

[@Trishagram]

Why don't you put it on and demonstrate how to do this. Not the best video, sorry.

[@emmapersson3131]

Because that wasn't the purpose of this video. They have other videos where they do that.

[@cliffordyawn2696]

Never ever place these pads over the spine or on the scalp

[@ordoabchao4202]

"Get off the Opioids and make life more enjoyable that way" sounds self-contradictory :D

[@mrlepercon]

I watch you guys alot but my sweet lord , buy some better microphones

[@mixerfistit5522]

Seemed clear for me. Long shot but are you listening on a Huawei phone by any chance? I've noticed my old Mate 20 Pro sometimes used to mess up stereo interpretation on certain videos so in a certain orientation (sometimes landscape, sometimes portrait) it would only play background sound through loudspeaker and speech through phone speaker so it sounded really muffled. Fix was to turn the phone around. Bit of a specific problem but thought I'd share just in case

[@irock5624]

you two stay drunk!

[@viktornilsson93]

Gayest intro ever

[@baptizeus]

I am 1 minute in & see they don't care to respond to viewers. Buh bye