Electrodes for TENS 50x50mm

Electrodes in physiotherapy are essential components used to deliver electrical stimulation to the body for therapeutic purposes. They serve as the interface between the electrical device and the patient’s skin.

What are electrodes used for in physiotherapy?

✅ 1. Electrical stimulation therapies

• Electrodes conduct electrical currents from devices such as:

  • TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)

  • EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation)

  • IFC (Interferential Current Therapy)

  • NMES (Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation)

• These therapies help in:

  • Pain relief

  • Muscle strengthening and re-education

  • Reducing inflammation

  • Improving blood circulation

✅ 2. Targeted treatment delivery

• Electrodes can be placed precisely on or around the affected area.

• This allows localized treatment tailored to the patient’s condition.

✅ 3. Muscle activation and rehabilitation

• Used to stimulate muscle contractions in patients with weakness or paralysis.

• Helps prevent muscle atrophy and promotes functional recovery.

✅ 4. Pain management

• Stimulates sensory nerves to block pain signals to the brain (gate control theory).

• Can reduce the need for medication.

✅ 5. Facilitating tissue healing

• Improves local circulation and metabolic activity through electrical currents.