TENS Therapy
TENS uses gentle electrical pulses delivered through pads on the skin to interrupt pain signals and give drug free relief from acute and long standing pain.
What to expect
TENS, short for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, sends small, safe electrical pulses through sticky pads placed on the skin near the source of your pain. The pulses stimulate the nerves and are thought to work in two ways, by blocking pain messages before they reach the brain and by encouraging the release of the body's own pain easing chemicals. It is a drug free option we use to make everyday movement and rehabilitation more comfortable.
In a session your physiotherapist positions the pads and slowly raises the intensity until you feel a gentle tingling that stays comfortable throughout. Most people find it relaxing rather than unpleasant. TENS is often used to settle pain enough that you can move and exercise more freely, so we usually combine it with manual therapy and a tailored programme rather than relying on the pulses on their own.
Why patients choose tens therapy
- Drug free relief for acute and chronic pain
- Comfortable, gentle tingling sensation
- Helps you move and exercise with less pain
- Non invasive, with no needles and no downtime
- Settings personalised to your comfort
- Can be taught for safe use at home
- Delivered by registered physiotherapists
Is tens therapy right for you?
- Low back and neck pain
- Arthritis and joint pain
- Nerve related pain such as sciatica
- Muscle pain and spasm
- Persistent pain that limits daily activity
Not sure? A full assessment tells you exactly what will help. Same-week appointments across five Grand Cayman clinics.
Your tens therapy journey
Assessment first, a clear written plan, then treatment and review. You always know the next step.
Assessment first
We begin with a full physiotherapy assessment to understand your pain and confirm that TENS is a suitable choice for you. Your clinician explains how it works, checks for anything that would rule it out and gives you a clear, written plan before starting.
TENS treatment
Your physiotherapist places the pads around the painful area and gradually turns up the current until you feel a comfortable tingling. You stay relaxed for the session, and we often use the time to guide gentle movement or combine it with hands on treatment.
Exercise and home guidance
Because TENS eases pain rather than fixing its cause, we pair it with exercise and, where it helps, show you how to use a unit safely at home. We then review your progress and adjust both the settings and your programme as you improve.
TENS Therapy questions, answered
No, TENS should never hurt. You feel a gentle tingling that your physiotherapist adjusts to stay comfortable, and the current is turned up only as far as feels right for you.
TENS targets the nerves to reduce pain, while electrical muscle stimulation makes the muscle contract to rebuild strength. They feel and work differently, and your physiotherapist chooses the one that fits your goals, sometimes using both at different stages.
Often yes. Once we have confirmed it suits you, we can show you how to place the pads and set the intensity safely for use between appointments. We also advise when it is best avoided.
TENS is usually part of a wider plan rather than a fixed course on its own. The number of visits depends on your condition, and your written plan sets out what to expect while we track your progress.
Yes. We bill CINICO and all major insurers directly, so there is no paperwork for you to chase. Our front desk confirms your benefits before your first appointment.
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Laser Therapy
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Manual Therapy and Exercise
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