Lab Gear Review: Marc Pro Vs. Compex

Welcome back to the Recovery Lab! I have a little something new for you today! I get asked all the time what recovery methods I prefer post-training or post-competition. So, I figured I'd put together this video to highlight how I use electrical stimulation for athletic recovery, as well as compare and contrast these 2 units, so that you can more accurately choose what is best for you or your clinic. Overall, I think both the Compex and Marc Pro are great devices, but I use them individually for different preferences. With so many factors to consider, here is my 2 cents on these Active Recovery E-Stim products. Hope you enjoy!
If you are interested in purchasing a Marc Pro, you can use my coupon code AMPATHLETE at checkout for an additional 5% off!
For compex, just wait and watch, you might see them go on sale here and there...
If you like what you see please subscribe! Any comments, or specific questions, please feel free to leave a comment and I will be sure to reply! As always, thanks so much for watching and I hope this is helpful!

[@Senorchoo]

Great honest assessment of the two.

[@BrunoPOWEEER]

I'm new here in your channel, AWESOME REVIEW mate!!! Very very informative, thanks so much!! Ohhh yeaahhh

[@themovementunderground2464]

Thanks so much!

[@EES80]

Great review. Thanks buddy.

[@themovementunderground2464]

EES80 thanks for watching!!!!

[@venkats3023]

You are very underrated on KZbin. Wish you were based in New York Love the repair work you do and i hope the subscriber base picks up for your channel. Two Thumbs Up

[@themovementunderground2464]

Thanks so much Venkat!!!! KZbin channel is more of a recent development for me so obviously it will take some time! Appreciate the love! Also, I am based in NY!!!!! My facility is in Syosset, in Nassau county Long Island!

[@vviiking]

Great review! Which aftermarket pads would you recommend?

[@sheldonvictorine9569]

Just subscribed to your channel, great information! Compex is currently having a sale on their units, so i'm highly debating on picking one up. Would you mind going a little more in depth with the different programs? I was thinking about getting the performance model, but if the edge model suffices for what I needed it for then that would save me a little bit of money. I am currently studying sports medicine (AT), work in a PT clinic, and am a strength athlete myself, I would think the prewarmup setting may be a useful program as well. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

[@shanniworld8310]

I appreciate this review. I have seen several models under 100 online like the IPulse will those help with muscle recovery? Complex is having a Cyber Monday.

[@waynerogers5485]

You can get Universal leads as an accessory from Compex web site if that's an issue for you.

[@asenivanov610]

I am now massage Therapist and I use my hands a lot .so how do you recover . you use your hands a lot so too . how you prevent trauma . big fan of your channel

[@skimslice00]

Does the compex have a similar setting or program to the high frequency on the Marc pro plus? My friend used his high frequency lead on my patellar tendinitis and it did wonders.

[@steliostsiftsis1232]

Hi Mike! Interesting review. I have planned an ACL athroskopic surgery in early feb and recently ordered a Compex edge 2. It is the first time I will be using an EMS device so I was wondering whether you could suggest optimal use after the surgery. Muscles to target, mode preference, power, frequency of daily use, anything would be useful for me, as well as for future reference if anyone ever need it! Thank you in advance!

[@doodle0007]

Hi Mike, very informative and great comparison. I am looking to buy a MarcPro unit however in a bit of dilemma between the two models. I am recovering from a SLAP tear and lower back injury and recently got back to lifting. If I have to buy a personal unit, would you say that MarcPro plus is a better investment in a long run? Cheers!

[@themovementunderground2464]

doodle0007 the plus will definitely give you more versatility. The high frequency setting covers the area of a traditional tens unit, so it's like having two units in 1. So if the extra dollar amount isn't too much of a barrier. Go with the plus model. Thanks for watching and for the comment!!!!!

[@doodle0007]

Thanks Mike :)

[@beunbad]

@@themovementunderground2464 How is the pain relief between the two brands?

[@7in1]

I have found in internet a workaround how to make Compex unit to work fine with non-compex snap pads. 1 year already i am using inexpensive pads from aliexpress only.

[@lord1999ful]

7in1 how?

[@britainreynolds7365]

How???

[@kindpanda1075]

How much better for recovery is the Marc pro vs the Compex?

[@blessedgirly7402]

Have you had any experience with the H-wave? Which is the best for pain relief?

[@aubeyroa]

How does it work to help with pain?

[@saif.alamri]

I have a front muscle injury in my right shoulder . Which device i should buy to strengthen the affected muscle?

[@EdZGordo]

Thanks

[@themovementunderground2464]

You are most welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@evadesc]

What is the strongest/highest intensity OTC TENS make/model?

[@phillipos5190]

Marc pro is easily the best

[@authentichealthcoach4142]

great review. I always wanted a Marc Pro but the price is way too high and they do not have much of a discount available. I got lucky and bought a CompEx Sport Elite used at FB marketplace and paid $65 and then ordered new pads on amazon.

[@jaydondemanes-jackson1929]

S W rn8:yz….: xs. As z zodyup vyzloooooooo Ô

[@sniperkthewizardwarrior]

I got one of those from the doctors but it is smaller

[@CERnoriVELO]

I found this video to be pretty helpful compared to the others. So I work in the hospital 12+hrs. Do you think the edge compex is good enough for post work recovery. I suffer from achilies tendinosis and stretching and recovery are a big factor to starting and ending my day. I'm hoping this is a solution avoiding surgery. And going to my chiro for interferential therapy. Best, Neil

[@themovementunderground2464]

Neil, I do not think any type of stim is a end all solution for you. If you have tendinosis...then why do you stress your achilles? You need more comprehensive programming than just stim. Stim is a tool, not a solution. Sure it can help manage your symptoms, but its not going to fix your problem. If your chiro tells you stim is going to fix this, then find a new therapist ASAP

[@CERnoriVELO]

Thank you for your detailed answer, my chiro is just 1 of the hands in my issue, it seems that surgery is going to be necessary at some point, it is just something i cannot financial take on being out of work at this time. what i was trying to do is minimize the flare ups and discomfort while continuing weightloss and preventing it from getting worse faster, i am not looking for an end all solution, just something to help get me through the days coming. i appreciate your response!

[@Bornagainathletix]

Do you have those pad placement guides?

[@kindpanda1075]

What's with the boom boom boom boom boom?

[@beunbad]

Have you used any of the Globus Premium Sports , Premium 400 or Their higher end units such as Globus Genysis 1500 or 3000 units?

[@cihidalgo]

Hi Mike, I got the Marc Pro+ a few weeks ago and it's time to get new leads. Is there a brand you would recommend? The ones sold by Marc Pro seem too expensive to me. Thanks!

[@themovementunderground2464]

I would contact Marc Pro, if you bought it direct, then generally their customer support is excellent. To my knowledge, there are no aftermarket leads for the Marc Pro. Ask them for the commercial ones... If its only a few weeks old then they very well may just replace them for you. Be careful how you wrap the wires also...

[@cihidalgo]

Athletic Movement Protocol thanks for the quick response. I actually meant the electrodes, not the leads. Any inexpensive electrodes you would recommend?

[@themovementunderground2464]

cihidalgo Santamedical 40 pack of 2" X 2" Re-Usable TENS/EMS Unit Electrode Pads with Premium Gel (White Cloth) www.amazon.com/dp/B006VKRWL8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_RduSzb0AHDSNN

[@cihidalgo]

Athletic Movement Protocol thanks!

[@riversavage5608]

Great video! Thank you. I am going to get the Marc Pro. I am getting a total knee replacement. I would like to do all I can to be ready and on top of the swelling.

[@rujitsulifestyle]

whats the difference between these and a basic $60 - 100 battery operated tens unit

[@britainreynolds7365]

They have recovery settings which increases blood flow and aids recover time. Tens units just mask pain. So a plain tens unit is much cheaper

[@johanfranco3782]

Where can I get good leads for my Marc pro?

[@themovementunderground2464]

Only from marc pro.. TBH i constantly had to replace the leads...too often,. I truthfully have been using my compex a lot more. About to post aother review on the new compex devices. Price, Serious upgrades and customer support, has swung me more in that direction

[@ScrappyCoco58]

I believe I heard you mention a way you found to change the inputs for the compex to the universal pin instead of the snap cap. Where can I find that

[@ScrappyCoco58]

As well, having a little tough time deciding which compex unit to go with. Any help would be great ! I'm a powerlifter btw. I'm a little hesitant to beleive that some of the settings on the sport elite aren't gimicky (I.e. strength building ). What are your thoughts on that

[@themovementunderground2464]

WanderLift as far as I know there are no more universal pins on the compex units. The old units used to have the universals. Sadly they no longer do. I think you instincts are sound on the elite models. I'm sure there is an appication, and maybe I'm missing the boat? But I don't think a stim unit will increase strength or anything of the sort. It's a tool, an aid, and should be viewed and used as such which is why I keep it simple and stick to the base model. What are you trying to do with it?

[@ScrappyCoco58]

Athletic Movement Protocol sorry typo- I meant I'm a little hesitant to beleive the additional features on the sport elite are legitament. They sound gimicky. I'm more so looking to adopt another modality to recover from training. Currently I employ a combination of mobility work, cupping, lacrosse ball work, and when needed my RMT. But then again if there are any benefits to the other functions in the more expensive models and they aren't just false promises I'd of course be open to it.

[@themovementunderground2464]

WanderLift to be honest. At the clinic I used to work out where we had some of the other models, we rarely used any setting besides the active recovery and resistance. So like I said in the video, I don't think they are necessary although I certainly could be wrong. For general recovery, I do prefer the Marc pro if that's he intention your using it for. Easier, more comfortable etc

[@ScrappyCoco58]

Alright awesome thanks a ton for your help!!

[@ProfDrPedroLima]

Link?

[@themovementunderground2464]

@@ProfDrPedroLima old video and these affiliate links are not active. Sorry!

[@gmano9679]

Compex sport 2 does not allow you to adjust frequency or pulse timing!!?? Even a $20 tens has more useful features then the small number of programs this thing offers. DO NOT BUY COMPEX unless you like painful zapping with no way to adjust pulse width / frequency. Total rip off.

[@jakecarpenter9254]

“Reactivate” the muscle? I never seen a muscle just turn off.

[@iamace3993]

sometimes i have issue with certain muscles not firing

[@michaelwilkins8331]

Nicholas Bennett the muscle can shut down as a protective mechanism. Sometimes due to swelling, sometimes overstretch, sometimes neurological.