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Can i use a tens machine on tendons?
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Yes: There is lots of good evidence that it can help tendonitis.
Answered 11/26/2019
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You may but...: It is going to be hard to use it only on tendons. Tens unit can be used in pain inputs, and this can be related to muscle, fascia or tendon pain. But you need to know how to use it or have a health care professional to apply it for you.
Answered 6/30/2019
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