TENS Electrode Pad Placement | Pain Relief Settings
Explore TENS suggested protocols for low back pain, cervical strain, frozen shoulder, phantom limb pain, neuropathy, pad placement, device settings, and electrode selection.
TENS for Menstrual Cramps: Pad Placement & Settings
by Service, Training and SupportJune 28, 2026
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation—TENS—is a non-drug option that some people use for temporary relief of menstrual-cramp pain, also called dysmenorrhea.
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TENS for Menstrual Cramps: Pad Placement & Settings
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation—TENS—is a non-drug option that some people use for temporary relief of menstrual-cramp pain, also called dysmenorrhea.
TENS for Frozen Shoulder | Adhesive Capsulitis Pad Placement & Settings
Frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, can make everyday shoulder movement painful, stiff, and frustrating. Reaching overhead, putting on a jacket, washing hair, reaching behind the back, or sleeping comfortably may become difficult as shoulder motion becomes restricted.
TENS for Phantom Limb Pain: Settings & Pad Placement
TENS may provide temporary pain-modulation support for some people with phantom limb pain. Review legacy SMP settings, placement options, evidence, skin safety, and suitable TENS devices.
TENS for RSD and CRPS: Settings & Electrode Placement
Can TENS be used for reflex sympathetic dystrophy or CRPS? Review the evidence, legacy SMP settings, four-pad placement concepts, and important safety considerations.
TENS for Chronic Low Back Pain: Evidence, Expectations and Device Options
TENS may provide temporary pain relief for some people, but it is not a proven solution for lasting recovery from chronic low back pain. Major guidelines advise against its routine use or advise not offering it for this condition. Before comparing machines, understand your diagnosis, the limits of the evidence, and whether your clinician considers TENS appropriate for your care.
TENS for Low Back Pain: Settings & Pad Placement
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, or TENS, sends pulsed electrical stimulation through reusable electrodes on the skin. Some people use it as a short-term symptom-management tool for evaluated, nonspecific, or strain-related low-back pain.
TENS Unit Placement for Neck Pain: Cervical Strain Guide
Where should TENS pads go for neck pain? Our guide explains clinician-directed placement for evaluated cervical strain, two-pad versus four-pad setups, device-labeling limits, and questions to resolve before treatment.