CATEGORY PAIN RELIEF
PROGRAM MIXED BURST / TENS ALTERNATED
WHEN?
Described by Han, modulated stimulation Burst TENS successively activates (every 3
seconds) the Gate control mechanism and releases endogenous opioid substances. This
is a therapeutic option, which may be worth considering for poorly classified pain with
multiple causes.
WHY?
To improve the patient’s comfort and to enable the therapist to start the process more
easily.
HOW?
Burst-modulated TENS is based on the Gate control theory (TENS eect) and on the
release of morphine-like substances produced by the body, endorphins (Endorphinic
eect). The stimulation frequencies vary every 3 seconds, producing a combined
stimulation of 80 Hz and 2 Hz.
PULSE WIDTH
The pulse width for the programme is 180 s.
ELECTRODES
As a general rule, the electrodes are placed on or near the painful area.
INTENSITY
The stimulation should produce a sharp but pleasant tingling sensation and visible
muscle twitches. Please note: This programme has two distinct energy levels. First
adjust the intensity level for 80 Hz (TENS) until a tingling sensation is felt, then repeat
the procedure for 2 Hz (endorphinic) in order to produce visible muscle twitches.
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OPTION
No.
MIXED TENS
FREQUENCY PULSE WIDTH TREATMENT TIME
80 Hz 3 s / 2 Hz 3 s 180 µs 30 min
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