TENS 7000 vagus nerve stimulation ear clip selection, and more. Long Covid, Parosmia, Anosmia

[@BellyLaugher]

This is sooooo helpful. I'm a "concrete learner" & appreciate the details, demonstration, and caveats! Have been living w/ MCS,ME/Fibro Xs 30+yrs; watched Andrea Parker's videos 2yrs ago, but insufficient $$$ to buy unit she uses (plus in US must have Rx for it), so➡ MANY MANY THANKS for taking the time to help people by making this how2 & your other related videos. As 'long covid' seems to be similar to ME, & for decades most peeps struggling w/ME have had trouble being believed, dx'd, & treated➡I am so happy for the peeps struggling w/"Long Covid" that they can be spared much of that b/c of advocate-HCPs like you bringing attention to their plights; providing education & demonstrating practical sx management skills like this❣Making these videos, I'm told, takes a lot more time than viewers realize, so even more/deep ❤warming thanks for your time, energy & care!!!

[@stefanallard3084]

You should try PEMF. It can cure CFS/ME. If the device is high intencity not low gaus mat, those are weak

[@michellepetros8491]

Are you supposed to feel something with the ear clip? I don't feel anything

[@pamrandall1801]

Thank you, doc, for your care and compassion for folks like me.

[@chrismassey6132]

Thank you for making these informative videos! I have developed persistent diarrhea three weeks after undergoing a cardiac catheter ablation. I've tested/screened negative for the usual culprits (c. diff, parasites, ibd, celiac, et al) At this point, I am leaning towards vagal nerve injury as a complication of the ablation procedure, expressing itself as diarrhea. I wasn't aware TVNS even existed and I'm going to try it to see if it helps 🙂

[@fugginchit1]

Wow, within five minutes i am feeling sleepy. Good thing it's almost bed time!

[@michellepetros8491]

Can you physically feel it on your ear? because I can't feel anything

[@fugginchit1]

@@michellepetros8491 yes it hurts if I go over three and I can hear it zapping. Make sure you press down good where it plugs in and check connections on the other end.

[@1Antied77]

Thank you. Do you have links to purchase the various clips?

[@SPMLongCovid]

White clips need 2 of these or 1 clip and 1 pad on shoulder, upper back, etc. Bare metal not protruding single contact, most commonly available and found, cheapest, not very comforable in my opinion - amazon - a.co/d/aM6dC5a also on ebay 2pcs 2.0mm ear pain relief clip tens electrode lead wire connecting ca.p9 | eBay Black single contact clips - need 2 of these, or 1 clip and 1 pad for shoulder, upper back, etc. These have a carbon infused protruding single contact. a.co/d/6MKU9vz Black dual contact lead - just need 1 of these. Often out of stock due to me. Sorry. Vagus Nerve Stimulation Ear Clip - Vagus Nerve Clip UK TENS and clips supplies www.amazon.co.uk/Company-Med-Fit.../dp/B0091G6WNS www.amazon.co.uk/TENS-Ear-Clip.../dp/B00OZMNWYA tensproducts.co.uk/collections/tens-accessories

[@1Antied77]

@@SPMLongCovid thank you!

[@ivyhostetler8329]

What about a link to the TENS you are using in tbe video? I got my UK clips yoday (before they sold out), but they are not compatible with my TENS.

[@SPMLongCovid]

I use the tens 7000, it’s available from Amazon.

[@SPMLongCovid]

@@ivyhostetler8329 I recommend the tens 7000 unit because it can do everything more expensive units can and its inexpensive at least in the states. In the UK, there is this unit from amazon amzn.eu/d/fWO6fvX

[@AAJJCCSS]

Dear Dr Groysman thank you for your KZbin videos on vagus nerve stimulation. In them you say that if one does more than perhaps an hour of vagus nerve stimulation, the vagus nerve will stop reacting. I have not been able to find any research or other reading on this elsewhere. Please could you point me to any sources? Thank you very much. Best wishes

[@SPMLongCovid]

covidinstitute.org/vagus-nerve-stimulation/

[@mariocarbone9683]

Whats the best time of day to do this?

[@SPMLongCovid]

I recommend evening because it relaxes you

[@michellepetros8491]

Can you physically feel it on your ear? because I can't feel anything

[@protochris]

does this help for tinnitus?

[@SPMLongCovid]

I have seen it help some.

[@brendan3081]

what do you know about the VeRelief and pulsetto devices? do you like either of them for vegus nerve stimulation?

[@SPMLongCovid]

All I can say is they are not an economical option.

[@brendan3081]

@@SPMLongCovid hmm...okay, i feel like im having trouble getting the ear clips to stay in place on my tragus which i feel leads to improper stimulation

[@SPMLongCovid]

@brendan3081 can hold them or try a different type of clip

[@Dawnside-g7l]

@@SPMLongCovidsir or doctor, can this device vagus nerve stimulator would help a condition called cervical dystonia a neck issue also known as torticollis? Just wondering doc I want to get a clue from an expert so that I want to buy some! Thanks for advance

[@SPMLongCovid]

@ernestojun2 I would not use it for that. If you need help for torticollis, give my office a call.

[@jmmanuelseale823]

red lead should be on the tragus

[@cathyg7671]

I have an arrhythmia, sinus tachycardia. Is the TENS ok to use with this condition?

[@SPMLongCovid]

I recommend discussing this with your cardiologist first.

[@valeriemitchell6929]

Could doing this trigger a dry cough through the day and night?

[@SPMLongCovid]

Typically it won't. You can try stopping for a few days and see if it goes away.

[@SamanthaSweetAnne]

Did it stop??

[@FixedWing82]

What intensity level should we use on the TENS 7000 device?

[@SPMLongCovid]

2-3 for most. Shouldn’t be uncomfortable or painful.

[@YouButter]

There are KZbinrs saying that the 7000 is too strong for vagal stimulation and causes damage. Geeez!

[@vanessacarnovale1887]

which waveform is best... normal, burst, modulation, SD1

[@amyzlot8444]

Just bought the 7000 Rechargeable TENS, but the black one sided ear clips don't work...the TENS unit doesn't detect them. Any advice? Thanks!

[@SPMLongCovid]

I need to see a picture of what you are doing

[@amyzlot8444]

@@SPMLongCovid Turns out I just needed to wet the ear clip pad, and that did the trick. Thanks!

[@snaps10]

One ear or both ears?

[@payolicarrera5956]

Can I do it at night?

[@SPMLongCovid]

Sure. Most will get sleepy and want to go to sleep

[@triciamehaffey7372]

Do the clips go on both sides?

[@SPMLongCovid]

One ear at a time

[@user-is7st6ib9n]

What are the width and frequency for facial,, Abducens snd oburator 2:37

[@jmmanuelseale823]

200 us is better not 250

[@SPMLongCovid]

200 is not better.

[@jmmanuelseale823]

@@SPMLongCovid why?

[@SPMLongCovid]

@@jmmanuelseale823 You are shortening the pulse width by 50 microsecs. 200 would be felt less but is no better than 250.

[@jmmanuelseale823]

@@SPMLongCovid ok

[@user-is7st6ib9n]

What are the width and frequency for facial,, Abducens snd obturator 2:37

[@SPMLongCovid]

Why do you want to stimulate these nerves?