How to choose a TENS or EMS unit

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TENS and EMS units have been around for a long time and they are known for their effectiveness and convenience at relieving various body pain. Over the years, TENS and EMS units have evolved with newer technology and better features. Here’s a list of qualities and features you should look for in a TENS EMS unit today:

Not sure what TENS EMS units are? Read our other post: EMS vs
TENS: What are the differences?

It should be extremely portable.

Electronic devices have shrunk a lot in size. Just compare our cellphones today with the ones we had 20 years ago. Okay, maybe that’s not be the best example since many smartphones are getting larger in recent years due to screen size, but you get the idea.

 Today, most TENS EMS units are made small enough for you to carry around with you on a regular basis. Avoid large, clunky devices that are more difficult to carry because they don’t necessarily provide a more stable, powerful experience. Having the convenience to relieve pain and stress at anytime and anywhere is a major factor to picking up a TENS EMS unit.

Overlook the cheap, budget-priced TENS EMS units

We all know that paying a higher price doesn’t always give you more value. In fact, value often diminishes as price goes up to a certain point. However, for a delicate, sophisticated device that you’ll be using to stimulate your nerves and muscles, naturally you would want to avoid the cheaper ones which you can get for $50.

While some professional grade TENS EMS units go above $300, a good price range is between $100 to $250.

Choose Medium-frequency over low-frequency stimulation

Although it’s impossible to know how a TENS EMS unit’s stimulation feels like without actually trying, it is highly recommended to get the newer TENS EMS units that use “Interferential therapy”. Interferential therapy is where medium-frequency stimulation is used to provide deeper stimulation without irritating the skin.

“Look” and lasting power

A great TENS EMS unit should not be something you use for a week then throw away and forget about. It’s important to choose a TENS EMS unit that looks nice to you in terms of appearance. An awesome-looking device means that you’ll be more likely to carry your TENS EMS unit with you which also means you will use it more often.

 Another thing to look for in a TENS EMS unit is battery life. Ideally, it should last at least 6 hours before dying out.

 Looking for a TENS EMS unit that relieves pain, enhances muscle recovery post/pre-workout, and provides non-irritating, massage-like stimulation? Check out U-GYM Pro, the ultimate portable EMS TENS combination unit.
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 These are the things you should look for in a TENS EMS unit today. Hopefully these tips serve you well as simple criteria when getting your electric stimulation device. Do you have anything else to add to the list? Let us know in the comments below!
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