Tens Machine

[Sharonih]

I have a small Tens Machine (Dr. Ho) and I am wondering if anyone has brought one with them on their Camino journey and if they have found it worthwhile to have.

 

[Peter Fransiscus]

Hi , when they use it at home they probably will.

Wish you well,Peter.

 

[La Barre]

Hi,
I took one and used it some. Should have used it much more. Finished in July and I am still walking like someone from the Ministry of Silly Walks. I will take it on my next Camino and use it more frequently and hope for a better outcome.

 

[C clearly]

What do you use it for?

 

[La Barre]

I use mine for lower back pain and cramping. My machine also has a muscle stimulant feature, which I will use on thigh and calf muscles.

 

[nidarosa]

I have only taken mine with me on the camino once, and quickly discovered that the daily walking and new routine worked wonders for my pretty much chronic pain. So luckily I don't have to take it anymore, though I am considering buying a Paingone Plus TENS pen to take with me just in case. I learnt the hard/stupid way that having electrical cables sticking out under my clothing while going through security was a bad idea ... Leaving them in your pack might also be a bit silly, so I'd advise you leave it in hand luggage, easily available, so you can take it out and show them if they ask. I was lucky - one of the security men had a granny who used hers a lot and they let me through.