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Tens Machine and Spina bifida

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LJP
LJP

My Step Father was born with spina bifida and is in considerable pain every day of his life. I have recently heard of the tens machine and wondered if anyone could tell me if this could be a possible pain relieving remedy for him. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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  • skybluepink
    skybluepink

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    My problem is with SB occulta & pain links to utis out of control- NB pyuria . Also get terrible pain & spacicity in lower back which can relieve by upping rotated antibiotic medication [ NB see a Urologist 3 weekly & medication regime customised .]

    However acute symptons low back excrutiating pain are not his remit .

    Have found TENS, ultrasound &

    acupuncture cupping & paramol when acute to be useful .Only take paramol in emergencies.

    Watch out for sepsis & heart problems I notice death rate high for this. I think also in line for genetic multi infart dementia as a result. Did you resolve the issue?

  • skybluepink
    skybluepink LJP

    Posted

    I have been investigating a spinal stimulator like an implanted TENS machine used as a last resort not always helpful but in half the cases helps.In my case I have too much infection ^ cardiac problems.But in your case it may be worth trying out.
  • UK-Ven-medicate
    UK-Ven-medicate LJP

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    I have had Accupouncture , used a tens and also used the ultrasound. All give short term relief so need to ne used frequently

    I havew spian bifida, which at aged 38 has created furtehr complication in spondolythesis 

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