TENS 7000 Set Up Dr Denny Patel, DPT

This Video is intended for PT and PTA students to learn the set up for the TENS 7000. Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation is widely used, nonpharmacological, noninvasive, safe, easy to use, and a low cost way to manage pain.
Sample Settings for Acute Pain:
Mode: Normal
Frequency: 80-120 Hz (gait theory)
Pulse Width: 100-150 ms
Ramp 1-2 Seconds
Duration: 30 mins
Sample Settings for Chronic Pain:
Mode: Burst
Frequency: 2-10 Hz (endorphin theory)
Pulse Width: 200-250 ms
Ramp 3-5 Seconds
Duration: 30-45 mins
Sample Settings for Muscle Knots:
Mode: Burst or Modulation
Frequency: 35-50 Hz (muscle relaxation)
Pulse Width: 150-200 ms
Ramp 2-3 Seconds
Duration: 20-30 mins
You can modify them, but these are suggestions to start based on current research guidelines.