Re: Neuropathy

[Nita Andres <andres2@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Tens units are great for  muscle spasm. It sounds as if you know how to use
it. There are many times when you cannot exercise due to pain. I don't have
PD, gut a bad back. At times the tens unit is all I can do. Nita

Phil Gesotti wrote:

> Bill Bell,
>
> Regarding your question about pain relief for Neuropathy, I can suggest
> that your support group friend discuss the possible use of a TENS unit
> with his neuro. I don't know that it will relieve his symptoms, but can
> relate that it does relieve pain from cramping and the sensation of
> numbness associated with my bouts of dystonia.
>
> I take Permax which relieves the dystonia most of the time, but stress
> and fatigue reduces the effectiveness of the medication. The TENS unit
> is a quick method for pain relief after a difficult day at the office.
>
> I should also pass along that my neuro would not write a justifcation
> letter so my insurance company would not pay for the unit. She told me
> that a TENS unit was a lazy man's exercise.
>
> If you find youself in this situation, the manufacturer will discount
> the unit. It will still cost about $450.00
>
> Although exercise is important, when the meds aren't working it is no
> substitute for a TENS.
>
> Phil Gesotti
> 49/2+