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This is an electrical stimulation machine that specifically conforms to the Dr. Bob Beck Protocol. Machine wave length and other details significantly affect results. It runs on one 9 volt battery. Electro-therapy has been approved by the FDA and the Texas Medical Association. See research, below. Email any questions to service@LoveNewLife.comSee our 499 feedback testimonials - tab at left.

This is simple to use. You strap the small unit to your upper arm and then wrap the two electrical probes around your wrist (they are securely held by the velcro strap). A specific type of mild electric stimulation is felt along both inner wrist pulse points. As your blood circulates, every 3 minutes the entire volume of blood is mildly "zapped" by the two electric probes. 

 
Selected Scientific Studies: Electrical Stimulation
Natural Standard has reviewed all of the currently available medical literature to prepare the professional monograph from which this version was created.
Some of the more recent studies are listed below:
  1. Abell TL, Van Cutsem E, Abrahamsson H, et al. Gastric electrical stimulation in intractable symptomatic gastroparesis. Digestion 2002;66(4):204-212.
  2. Allais G, De Lorenzo C, Quirico PE, et al. Non-pharmacological approaches to chronic headaches: transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, lasertherapy and acupuncture in transformed migraine treatment. Neurol Sci 2003;May, 24(Suppl 2):138-142.
  3. Al-Smadi J, Warke K, Wilson, et al. A pilot investigation of the hypoalgesic effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation upon low back pain in people with multiple sclerosis. Clin Rehabil 2003;17(7):742-749.
  4. Alvarez-Arenal A, Junquera LM, Fernandez JP, et al. Effect of occlusal splint and transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation on the signs and symptoms of temporomandibular disorders in patients with bruxism. J Oral Rehabil 2002;Sep, 29(9):858-863.
  5. Amarenco G, Ismael SS, Even-Schneider A, et al. Urodynamic effect of acute transcutaneous posterior tibial nerve stimulation in overactive bladder. J Urol 2003;Jun, 169(6):2210-2215.
  6. Anderson SI, Whatling P, Hudlicka O, et al. Chronic transcutaneous electrical stimulation of calf muscles improves functional capacity without inducing systemic inflammation in claudicants. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2004;27(2):201-209.
  7. Arai YC, Kato N, Matsura M, et al. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation at the PC-5 and PC-6 acupoints reduced the severity of hypotension after spinal anaesthesia in patients undergoing Caesarean section. Br J Anaesth 2008;Jan, 100(1):78-81.
  8. Avraham F, Aviv S, Ya'akobi P, et al. The efficacy of treatment of different intervention programs for patellofemoral pain syndrome: a single blinded randomized clinical trial. Pilot study. ScientificWorldJournal 2007;Aug 24, 7:1256-1262.
  9. Bloodworth DM, Nguyen BN, Garver W, et al. Comparison of stochastic vs. conventional transcutaneous electrical stimulation for pain modulation in patients with electromyographically documented radiculopathy. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2004;83(8):584-5591.
  10. Bodofsky E. Treating carpal tunnel syndrome with lasers and TENS. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2003;83(12):1806-1807.
  11. Bourjeily-Habr G, Rochester CL, Alermo F, et al. Randomised controlled trial of transcutaneous electrical muscle stimulation of the lower extremities in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Thorax 2002;Dec, 57(12):1045-1049.
  12. Breit R, Van der Wall H. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for postoperative pain relief after total knee arthroplasty. J Arthroplasty 2004;19(1):45-48.
  13. Brosseau L, Milne S, Robinson V, et al. Efficacy of the transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for the treatment of chronic low back pain: a meta-analysis. Spine 2003;27(6):596-603.
  14. Burssens P, Forsyth R, Steyaert A, et al. Influence of burst TENS stimulation on the healing of Achilles tendon suture in man. Acta Ortho Belg 2003;69(6):528-532.
  15. Cabioglu MT, Ergene N, Tan U. Electroacupuncture treatment of obesity with psychological symptoms. Int J Neurosci 2007;May, 117(5):579-590.
  16. Campbell TS, Ditto B. Exaggeration of blood pressure-related hypoalgesia and reduction of blood pressure with low frequency transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. Psychophysiology 2002;Jul, 39(4):473-481.
  17. Carroll D, Moore RA, McQuay HJ, et al. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for chronic pain (Cochrane Review). Cochrane Database of Systemic Reviews 2001;4.
  18. Cheing GL, Hui-Chan CW, Chan KM. Does four weeks of TENS and/or isometric exercise produce cumulative reduction of osteoarthritic knee pain? Clin Rehabil 2003;16(7):749-760.
  19. Cheing GL, Hui-Chan CW. Would the addition of TENS to exercise training produce better physical performance outcomes in people with knee osteoarthritis than either interventioin alone. Clin Rehabil 2004;18(5):487-497.
  20. Cheing GL, Tsui AY, Lo SK, et al. Optimal stimulation duration of tens in the management of osteoarthritic knee pain. J Rehabil Med 2003;Mar, 35(2):62-68.
  21. Chesterton LS, Barlas P, Foster NE, et al. Sensory stimulation (TENS): effects of parameter manipulation on mechanical pain thresholds in healthy human subjects. Pain 2002;Sep, 99(1-2):253-262.
  22. Chesterton LS, Foster NE, Wright CC, et al. Effects of TENS frequency, intensity and stimulation site parameter manipulation on pressure pain thresholds in healthy human subjects. Pain 2003;106(1-2):73-80.
  23. Cheung LC, Jones AY. Effect of Acu-TENS on recovery heart rate after treadmill running exercise in subjects with normal health. Complement Ther Med 2007;Jun, 15(2):109-114.
  24. Coloma M, White PF, Ogunnaike BO, et al. Comparison of acustimulation and ondansetron for the treatment of established postoperative nausea and vomiting. Anesthesiology 2002;Dec, 97(6):1387-1392.
  25. Cramp FL, McCullough GR, Lowe AS, et al. Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation: the effect of intensity on local and distal cutaneous blood flow and skin temperature in healthy subjects. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2002;Jan, 83(1):5-9.
  26. Crevenna R, Posch M, Sochor A, et al. Optimizing electrotherapy: a comparative study of 3 different currents [Article in German]. Wien Klin Wochenschr 2002;Jun 14, 114(10-11):400-404.
  27. De Angelis C, Perrone G, Santoro G, et al. Suppression of pelvic pain during hysteroscopy with a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation device. Fertil Steril 2003;Jun, 79(6):1422-1427.
  28. de Tommaso M, Fiore P, Camporeale A, et al. High and low frequency transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation inhibits nociceptive responses induced by CO2 laser stimulation in humans. Neurosci Lett 2003;May 15, 342(1-2):17-20.
  29. Fagade OO, Obilade TO. Therapeutic effect of TENS on post-IMF trismus and pain. Afr J Med Med Sci 2003;32(4):391-394.
  30. Fehlings DL, Kirsch S, McComas A, et al. Evaluation of therapeutic electrical stimulation to improve muscle strength and function in children with types II/III spinal muscular atrophy. Dev Med Child Neurol 2002;Nov, 44(11):741-744.
  31. Forst T, Nguyen M, Forst S. Impact of low frequency transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation on symptomatic diabetic neuropathy using a new Salutaris device. Diabetes Nutr Metab 2004;17(3):163-168.
  32. Guo Y, Shi X, Uchiyama H, et al. A study on the rehabilitation of cognitive function and short-term memory in patients with Alzheimer's disease using transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. Front Med Biol Eng 2002;11(4):237-247.
  33. Hardy SG, Spaulding TB, Liu H, et al. The effect of transcutaneous electrical stimulation on spinal motor neuron excitability in people without known neuromuscular diseases: the roles of stimulus intensity and location. Phys Ther 2002;Apr, 82(4):354-363. Erratum in: Phys Ther 2002;May, 82(5):527.
  34. Herraiz C, Toledano A, Diges I. Trans-electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for somatic tinnitus. Prog Brain Res 2007;166:389-394.
  35. Hettrick HH, O'Brien K, Laznick H, et al. Effect of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for the management of burn pruritus: a pilot study. J Burn Care Rehabil 2004;25(3):236-240.
  36. Hou CR, Tsai LC, Cheng KF, et al. Immediate effects of various physical therapeutic modalities on cervical myofascial pain and trigger-point sensitivity. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2002;Oct, 83(10):1406-1414.
  37. Hsieh RL, Lee WC. One-shot percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation vs. transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for low back pain: comparison of therapeutic effects. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2003;81(11):838-843.
  38. Hsieh RL, Wang LY, Lee WC. Additional therapeutic effects of electroacupuncture in conjunction with conventional rehabilitation for patients with first-ever ischaemic stroke. J Rehabil Med 2007;Apr, 39(3):205-211.
  39. Huang LP, Zhou S, Lu Z, et al. Bilateral effect of unilateral electroacupuncture on muscle strength. J Altern Complement Med 2007;Jun, 13(5):539-546.
  40. Johansson BB, Haker E, von Arbin M, et al. Acupuncture and transcutaneous nerve stimulation in stroke rehabilitation: a randomized, controlled trial. Stroke 2001;32(3):707-713.
  41. Johnson CA, Wood DE, Swain ID, et al. A pilot study to investigate the combined use of botulinum neurotoxin type a and functional electrical stimulation, with physiotherapy, in the treatment of spastic dropped foot in subacute stroke. Artif Organs 2002;Mar, 26(3):263-266.
  42. Johnson M, Martinson M. Efficacy of electrical nerve stimulation for chronic musculoskeletal pain: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Pain 2007;Jul, 130(1-2):157-165. Epub 2007;Mar 23.
  43. Jonsdottir S, Bouma A, Sergeant JA, et al. Effects of transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TENS) on cognition, behavior, and the rest-activity rhythm in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type. Neurorehabil Neural Repair 2004;18(4):212-221.
  44. Koke AJ, Schouten JS, Lamerichs-Geelen MJ, et al. Pain reducing effect of three types of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation in patients with chronic pain: a randomized crossover trial. Pain 2004;108(1-2):36-42.
  45. Law PP, Cheing GL. Optimal stimulation frequency of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation on people with knee osteoarthritis. J Rehabil Med 2004;36 (5):220-225.
  46. Luijpen MW, Swaab DF, Sergeant JA, et al. Effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) on self-efficacy and mood in elderly with mild cognitive impairment. Neurorehabil Neural Repair 2004;18(3):166-175.
  47. Miller L, Mattison P, Paul L, Wood L. The effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) on spasticity in multiple sclerosis. Mult Scler 2007;May, 13(4):527-533. Epub 2007;Jan 29.
  48. Milne S, Welch V, Brosseau L, et al. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for chronic low back pain (Cochrane Review). Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;2:CD003008.
  49. Munhoz RP, Hanajima R, Ashby P, et al. Acute effect of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation on tremor. Mov Disord 2003;18(2):191-194.
  50. Murray S, Collins PD, James MA. An investigation ingo the 'carry over' effect of neurostimulation in the treatment of angina pectoris. Int J Clin Pract 2004;58(7):669-674.
  51. Naeser MA, Hahn KA, Lieberman BE, Branco KF. Carpal tunnel syndrome pain treated with low-level laser and microamperes transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation: a controlled study. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2002;Jul, 83(7):978-988. Comment in: Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2002;Dec, 83(12):1806. Author reply, 1806-1807.
  52. Ng MM Leung MC, Poon DM. The effects of electro-acupuncture and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation on patients with painful osteoarthritic knees: a randomized controlled trial with follow-up evaluation. J Altern Complement Med 2003;9(5):641-649.
  53. Ng SS, Hui-Chan CW. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation combined with task-related training improves lower limb functions in subjects with chronic stroke. Stroke 2007;Nov, 38(11):2953-2959. Epub 2007;Sep 27.
  54. Olyaei GR, Talebian S, Hadian MR, et al. The effect of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation on sympathetic skin response. Electromyogr Clin Neurophysiol 2004;44(1):23-28.
  55. Oncel M, Sencan S, Yildiz H, et al. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for pain management in patients with uncomplicated minor rib fractures. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2003;22(1):13-17.
  56. Osiri M, Welch V, V, Brosseau L, et al. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for knee osteoarthritis (Cochrane Review). Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;4:CD002823.
  57. Pan PJ, Chou CL, Chiou HJ, et al. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy for chronic calcific tendinitis of the shoulders: a functional and sonographic study. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2003;Jul, 84(7):988-993.
  58. Peters EJ, Lavery LA, Armstrong DG, et al. Electric stimulation as an adjunct to heal diabetic foot ulcers: a randomized clinical trial. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2001;82(6):721-725.
  59. Poletto CJ, Van Doren CL. Elevating pain thresholds in humans using depolarizing prepulses. IEEE Trans Biomed Eng 2002;Oct, 49(10):1221-1224.
  60. Price CIM, Pandyan AD. Electrical stimulation for preventing and treating post-stroke shoulder pain (Cochrane Review). Cochrane Database of Systemic Reviews 2001;4:CD001698.
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  63. Robb KA, Newham DJ, Williams JE. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation vs. transcutaneous spinal electroanalgesia for chronic pain associated with breast cancer treatments. J Pain Symptom Manage 2007;Apr, 33(4):410-419.
  64. Savk E, Savk O, Sendur F. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation offers partial relief in notalgia paresthetica patients with a relevant spinal pathology. J Dermatol 2007;May, 34(5):315-319.
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  66. Sonde L, Kalimo H, Fernaeus SE, et al. Low TENS treatment on post-stroke paretic arm: a three-year follow-up. Clin Rehabil 2000;14(1):14-19.
  67. Soomro NA, Khadra MH, Robson W, et al. A crossover randomized trial of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and oxybutynin in patients with detrusorinstability. J Urol 2001;166(1):146-149.
  68. Svihra J, Kurca E, Luptak J, et al. Neuromodulative treatment of overactive bladder: noninvasive tibial nerve stimulation. Bratisl Lek Listy 2002;103(12):480-483.
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  74. van der Spank JT, Cambier DC, De Paepe HM, et al. Pain relief in labour by transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). Arch Gynecol Obstet 2000;264(3):131-136.
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  76. Vandoninck V, Van Balken MR, Finazzi Agro E, et al. Posterior tibial nerve stimulation in the treatment of urge incontinence. Neurourol Urodyn 2003;22(1):17-23.
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  78. Xiao WB, Liu YL. Rectal hypersensitivity reduced by acupoint TENS in patients with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome: a pilot study. Dig Dis Sci 2004;49(2):312-319.
  79. Yokoyama M, Sun X, Oku S, et al. Comparison of percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation with transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for long-term pain relief in patients with chronic low back pain. Anesth Analg 2004;98(6):1552-1556.
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Evidence
Scientists have studied electrical stimulation for the following health problems:
 
Pain
most often used to treat pain and is suggested to treat a wide variety of acute and chronic pain associated with cancer, cancer treatments, burns, amputation (phantom limb pain), and other causes. Has also been studied as anesthesia for medical procedures and surgeries.
Joint disorders
There is some evidence that  it may relieve various kinds of joint pain, such as knee osteoarthritis, patellofemoral syndrome, and temporomandibular joint pain.
Alzheimer's disease
A small amount of early research reports that it may improve some symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, such as mood, memory and cycles of daily rest and activity.
Heart disease
It may be used to treat cardiovascular conditions such as angina (chest pain from heart disease) and cardiac ischemia (lack of blood flow to the heart). Further study is needed before conclusions can be drawn regarding the effectiveness of  it in this area. People with heart disease or chest pain are advised to seek immediate medical attention from a licensed physician. Many well-studied drugs for heart disease are available
Autoimmune disorders
It has used to treat numerous autoimmune disorders, including rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis of the spine), and Sjögren's syndrome.
Back pain
It or acupuncture-like electricity has been used to treat pain affecting the back, neck, and shoulders. It is also reported to reduce the recurrence of spinal disk hernias.
Dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation)
Several small studies report that it may reduce short-term discomfort and the need for pain medications.
Headache
There is some evidence that it may have some benefits in patients with migraines, cluster headaches, or chronic headaches.
Nerve disorders
It has been proposed as a treatment for nerve disorders, such as hemiplegia (paralysis on one side of the body) and spasticity in multiple sclerosis it has also been used to treat nerve pain (neuralgia) resulting from bruxism (teeth grinding) and spinal chord injuries.
Labor pain
The use of electricity for labor pain is controversial. Although several studies have been conducted, the results have not been conclusive. More studies are needed to make a firm conclusion. It is not clear if passage of electricity has harmful effects on the fetus.
Pain from broken bones/acute trauma
There is some evidence that it may relieve pain from broken bones and other physical trauma.
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerve pain)
It has been suggested as a treatment for peripheral neuropathy in diabetics.
Postoperative recovery
There are multiple studies of It being used to treat pain after different types of surgery, including abdominal surgery, heart surgery, lung surgery, gynecologic surgery and orthopedic surgery. Some studies report benefits (less pain, less pain with movement, or less need for pain medications), and others find no improvements.
Post-stroke rehabilitation
There is some evidence that it is beneficial in stroke rehabilitation. It may improve motor function in stroke patients. Further research is needed to draw a firm conclusion about effectiveness.
Wounds
Electricity has been reported to help heal skin wounds and skin ulcers.
Urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, detrusor instability
Although several studies have supported using it to treat urinary incontinence, more research is necessary.
Spinal muscular atrophy (in children)
Electric therapy has been suggested for children with spinal muscular atrophy.
Gastroparesis
One small study of gastroparesis patients receiving percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (similar to electrotherapy) reported favorable effects.
Breathing difficulties
Some evidence suggests that it could be useful for breathing difficulties, such as in burn patients or in adjunct to other components in a rehabilitation program for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Electro-therapy have been studied as a treatment for carpel tunnel syndrome.
Soft tissue injury
Electro-therapy  has been used for treating soft tissue injuries, such as tendonitis and tendon injuries.
Multiple sclerosis
In a small study, patients with multiple sclerosis treated with electro-therapy showed a trend toward improvement.
Claudication (leg pain due to poor blood flow)
Some evidence suggests chronic electrical muscle stimulation may be beneficial for the relief of intermittent claudication symptoms.
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
A small study found a moderate benefit in children with ADHD.
Cognitive impairment
There is some evidence that it improves mood and mild cognitive impairment in otherwise healthy elderly patients.
Low blood pressure
There is some evidence that it reduces the severity of low blood pressure in patients undergoing Cesarean section.
Tinnitus (ringing in the ear)
It may relieve the symptoms of tinnitus, especially when the tinnitus is not caused by other conditions.
Autism
It has been used in therapy for autistic children, although the benefits remain unclear. More research is needed to determine whether it is an effective form of therapy for autism.
Obesity
Electrotherapy has been reported to aid weight loss in obese subjects.
Menopausal symptoms
Electro-therapy has been shown to help regulate hormonal balance in women undergoing menopause.
Depression
There is limited evidence that it effectively treats depression and increases the effectiveness of depression medications.
Constipation
Treatment with it has been reported to relieve constipation with no adverse effects.
Pancreatic disorders
Electro-therapy has been used to treat patients with acute pancreatitis.
Allergies
It has been reported to relieve the symptoms of seasonal allergies, though the benefits are not well understood.
Muscle strength (physical performance)
It has been reported that physical recovery after exercise improves with electro therapy. It has been also used to increase muscle strength, suggesting potential benefits in physical therapy and rehabilitation.
Stomach complaints
It has been combined with magnet therapy for the treatment of heartburn.
Blood flow disorders
There is some evidence that it can enhance blood flow, especially after surgical procedures.
Raynaud's disease
There is some evidence to suggest that it may improve the symptoms associated with Raynaud's disease.
Itching
Relief from notalgia paresthetica, a type of itching, has been reported with electro-therapy..
Gout
There is limited evidence that it decreases uric acid levels in the blood, which suggests that it may be an effective treatment for gout.