This Device Is A MUST For Pain Sufferers

As a Natural Synergy Member, you can already see that the EPA Pen is the perfect tool for intensifying your acupressure session… so here are some science-back facts about TENS units… 

TENS Kills Pain By Producing A Neuron Blockade In Certain Parts Of The Brain And Spinal Cord

To understand how TENS works, you first need to understand the mechanisms of pain…

People feel pain when specific nerves called “nociceptors” detect tissue damage and transmit an electrical signal along the spinal cord to the brain.

The brain and nervous system are entirely based on the ability to transmit electric pulses.

In fact, every cell in your body is a mini battery pumping out 70-90 millivolts.

Chronic pain sufferers experience a build-up of electrical signals in the central nervous system that overstimulates certain nerve fibers – which is interpreted by the brain as pain.

This effect is known as “pain wind-up”. With this term comparing the build-up of electrical signals to a windup toy. Winding a toy with more intensity leads to the toy running faster for longer.

Numerous studies published in the US National Library of Medicine have proven that TENS machines disrupt the electrical signal from the spinal cord to the brain – neutralizing the “wind-up” and sensation of pain.   

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G.A.B.A.

An amazing fact: electrical stimulation to the pain area triggers the release of GABA!

What’s GABA you ask?

GABA stands for Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, a neurotransmitter that is responsible for communicating between the nervous system and the brain. The body uses GABA to calm things down when emotions or physical pain become too intense.

A study published in the National Library of Medicine reveals that low voltage therapy to affected pain areas triggers the release of a neurotransmitter blocker; GABA (which reduces the sensitivity to pain).    

Trigger The Body’s Naturally Occurring Pain Killing Chemicals

Like Electro-acupuncture, TENS also causes the brain to release feel-good chemicals… such as serotonin and endorphins, which also neutralize the sensation of pain.

A study published in US National Library of Medicine reported;

“TENS increases the concentration of beta-endorphins (a natural painkiller) in the bloodstream and cerebrospinal fluid, and methionine-enkephalin (another natural pain killer) in the cerebrospinal fluid, in human subjects…

Both high frequency and low frequency TENS has been shown to provide analgesia (pain relief) specifically when applied at a strong, non-painful intensity. And maybe more effective for people taking opioids (strong painkillers).”   

The Advantages Of A Portable TENS Unit Compared To A Traditional TENS Unit

Traditional TENS units have become more compact over the years… but they still can be cumbersome to use.

The settings can be complicated… the wires often become tangled, and the sticky electrode pads lose their adhesiveness which constantly needs replacing.

The EPA Pen on the other hand; is a light, compact, easy-to-use TENS unit that can be used when needed… anytime, anywhere.

Increase or decrease the device’s intensity-level by pressing the + or – buttons. Then apply a light, massaged pressure to the pain area.

Or use the EPA Pen combined with the Natural Synergy App for electro-acupressure whenever you need relief! 

TENS Clinical Research

A study published in the US National Library of Medicine measured the feasibility of treating pain with TENS units instead of opioids – in the emergency room.

A chart review of patients receiving TENS units revealed that TENS was useful in relieving pain.

When surveyed, 83% of patients reported a functional improvement while using the TENS, and 100% of patients would recommend a TENS unit to a family or friend.

When surveyed, 100% of emergency department staff observed that TENS units were effective in treating pain for patients, and 97% would want to use them if they themselves were patients.