The use of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for the relief of pain in palliative care
- 1 January 1988
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Palliative Medicine
- Vol. 2 (1) , 15-20
- https://doi.org/10.1177/026921638800200103
Abstract
The proposed neurophysiologic mechanisms of action of TENS are briefly reviewed. Recent literature on its use in chronic pain is critically reviewed and modern methods are discussed. Recommendations are made about the equipment and use of TENS in the palliative care setting.Keywords
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