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Is it safe to use a TENS machine post op

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melanieking99
melanieking99

I have 3 pins in each foot following surgery nearly 4 months ago, is it safe to use a TENS machine on my feet?  

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  • Tazchurch
    Tazchurch melanieking99

    Posted

    On feet yes but with pins in place unsure so would need to ask your GP
    • melanieking99
      melanieking99 Tazchurch

      Posted

      Thanks for your reply.  I will ask my GP when I see him next. I'm still healing and don't want to make the pain worse
    • Tazchurch
      Tazchurch melanieking99

      Posted

      That is unlikely. My worry would be that as it works by electrical impulse and metal coducts and stores electricity, internal burns could be possible. Not sure how likely as such a low frequency which is why I say GP, that or Physiotherapist if you have one.
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