Health Organization for Pudendal Education

Hi
Has anyone used a TENS machine to help with PNE especially after having nerve decompression surgery? I have read conflicting reports that it can sometimes hinder progress as it confuses the nerves and they don't regenerate properly but I really have no idea
If anyone has used this to help ease pain and its worked would really appreciate you getting in touch.
Thanks in advance

Don't have experience with surgery, but I use Tens machine often. It doesn't do much, but helps mask the pain for a little while. I still use it though, as a massage/relaxing device.

Thank you for response I'm having my first PT SESSION this Fri so I will ask the physio
Thanks

Hi Poppy,
My pelvic floor PT feels an IF machine is better - so here is another option if the TENS doesn't help. Tens didn't help me either, and the IF was a good distraction to the pain. The model I used was a combo Tens and IF - you can read all about it at OTC Wholesale. This one was about $80 USD.

"InTENSity IF Combo Dual Channel TENS Unit and IF Unit with AC Adapter - Model DI4738"

Just another option maybe.

Debbie

Huge thanks for recommendation,it really is trial and error and learning from others that sadly are suffering but can share their experiences. Thanks and take care

I used a TENS machine at about a year post-op to relieve obturator internus and piriformis muscle spasms that still lingered. It worked very well without causing nerve flare-ups but there is no way I could have done this before surgery.

Violet

Where do you place the pads for PN?

It depends on which muscles are in spasm. For obturator internus and piriformis you can read my post at the following link:

http://www.pudendalhope.info/forum/view ... =36&t=5266