The New Portable Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Device Was Efficacious in the Control of Primary Dysmenorrhea Cramp Pain

Lauretti, Gabriela Rocha; Oliveira, Raquel; Parada, Flavia; Mattos, Anita Leocádia de

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“…Previous studies adopted a variety of approaches, including the comparison of HF TENS versus placebo, 6,7,10,[17][18][19] low-frequency (LF) TENS versus placebo, 16,17,19,20 HF versus LF TENS, 17,19 and TENS versus medication. 3,5,18,19 One study lacked a placebo group and each participant was used as her own control.…”

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“…8 Another study compared HF TENS and interferential current. 9 The studies used parallel 6,7,9,16,17,20 or crossover designs. 3,8,10,18,19 Many previous trials were characterized by the lack of consistency with respect to the study design and homogeneity of the participants.…”

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“…HF TENS was shown to be more effective for pain relief than placebo TENS in PD patients. 6,7,10,[17][18][19] By contrast, LF TENS was as efficient as placebo TENS or pills for pain relief. 4 HF was preferred over LF when pain relief was reported as a dichotomous variable, 4 but when the pain relief was measured by a visual analog scale, there were no significant differences, although there was a trend toward greater pain relief with HF TENS.…”

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“…4 Since the 2009 update, 4 six new trials had been published that further support HF TENS as an effective treatment modality for PD. [5][6][7][8][9][10] Additionally, two recent reviews 1,11 and a systematic review on the management of PD 12 advocated TENS as a safe and effective method for pain reduction. However, the review of the literature indicates that information on application parameters and clinical considerations regarding the use of TENS in PD is still lacking.…”

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<p>Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for Primary Dysmenorrhea: An Overview</p>

Elboim-Gabyzon

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2020

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Primary dysmenorrhea is a chronic health condition that affects primarily young women. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) has been suggested as an effective pain reduction modality in primary dysmenorrhea. TENS is a noninvasive, inexpensive, portable method with minimal risks and a few contraindications. When necessary, it can be self-administered on a daily basis during everyday activities. Several studies have investigated the effectiveness of TENS in reducing pain, decreasing the use of analgesics, and improving the quality of life in primary dysmenorrhea patients. These studies have some limitations in methodological quality and therapeutic validation. However, the overall positive effects of TENS in primary dysmenorrhea encountered in all prior studies indicated its potential value. This review presents the clinical recommendations for TENS parameters for treating primary dysmenorrhea symptoms based on previously published studies.

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“…Milsom et al 14 18 , que apresentaram um dispositivo portátil, aplicado na região suprapúbica em 40 voluntárias, por 30 minutos, com 8 horas de intervalo, durante 7 dias, com frequência de 85Hz e quatro possibilidades de nível de estimulação (1 -zero; 2 -10mA; 3 -20mA; 4 -30mA), e observaram alívio da dor, sem efeitos colaterais. Semelhante ao observado por Lee et al 19 com um eletroestimulador combinado com calor, para os quais os parâmetros eram frequência variável entre 100-110Hz por 10 minutos, seguido por termoterapia de 37 ou 40° (dependendo das preferências individuais) por 20 minutos.…”

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Estimulação Elétrica Nervosa Transcutânea Na Dismenorreia Primária Em Mulheres Jovens

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Introdução:A dismenorreia caracteriza-se pela dor abdominopélvica antes ou durante o período menstrual. Dor cíclica que pode ser acompanhada por cefaleia, vômito, tontura, sensação de inchaço, entre outros sintomas. Objetivo: Analisar o efeito analgésico da estimulação elétrica nervosa transcutânea (TENS) na dismenorreia primária em jovens nulíparas. Métodos: Participaram do estudo vinte voluntárias, com idade entre 18 e 26 anos. As participantes foram separadas aleatoriamente em dois grupos: grupo placebo (GP, n=10) e grupo tratamento (GT, n=10). A avaliação da dor foi realizada por meio da escala visual analógica (EVA) e do questionário de dor de McGill. O procedimento diário teve duração de 30 minutos, frequência de 100Hz e duração de pulso 200μs, intensidade forte, porém, confortável. Resultados: A redução média dos índices de dor foi maior para GT, porém ambos apresentaram redução significativa. Conclusão: A TENS foi eficaz no tratamento da dor causada pela dismenorreia primária em jovens nulíparas, porém apenas ligeiramente diferente do placebo. Palavras-chave:Dismenorreia; estimulação elétrica nervosa transcutânea; escala visual analógica; medição da dor. ■ ABSTRACTIntroduction: Dysmenorrhea is characterized by abdominopelvic pain before or during menstruation. Cyclic pain that may be accompanied by headache, vomiting, dizziness, bloating, and other symptoms. Objective: To evaluate the transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) analgesic effect for primary dysmenorrhea in young nulliparous women. Methods: The study included twenty volunteers, aged 18 to 26 years. The participants were randomized in two groups: placebo group (PG, n=10) and treatment group (TG, n=10). Pain assessment was performed by the visual analog scale (VAS) and the McGill pain questionnaire. The daily procedure was 30 minutes duration, frequency of 100Hz and pulse duration 200µs, strong intensity, but comfortable. Results: The mean reduction in pain levels were higher for TG, but for both groups they were significantly reduced. Conclusion: The TENS was effective in treating pain caused by primary dysmenorrhea in young nulliparous women, but only slightly different from placebo.

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The New Portable Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Device Was Efficacious in the Control of Primary Dysmenorrhea Cramp Pain

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<p>Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for Primary Dysmenorrhea: An Overview</p>

Estimulação Elétrica Nervosa Transcutânea Na Dismenorreia Primária Em Mulheres Jovens

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