Resolving Long-Standing Uncertainty about the Clinical Efficacy of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) to Relieve Pain: A Comprehensive Review of Factors Influencing Outcome
Pain is managed using a biopsychosocial approach and pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a technique whereby pulsed electrical currents are administered through the intact surface of the skin with the intention of alleviating pain...
Main Author: | Mark I. Johnson |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-04-01
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Series: | Medicina |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/57/4/378 |
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