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TENS Electrodes A Safer Alternative to Manage your Pain. Pain is a powerful motivator including one of the primary reasons people seek medical attention. Not only is it often associated with reduced mobility and engagement in daily activities, but chronic pain has been associated with dependence on opioids, anxiety and depression, and a reduction in perceived quality of life. If you are looking for a safe, non-invasive and non-pharmaceutical way to manage your pain, then Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is the product for you. TENS treatment involves the application of a TENS unit sending a high-frequency electrical current through electrodes into the skin creating a vibration sensation. These electrical currents activate a complex neuronal network to reduce pain by stimulating descending inhibitory systems in the central nervous system to…

March 8th is International Women’s Day, a global day for celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. We’re reflecting on progress made and celebrating acts of courage and determination by women all over the world, especially in the medical field. Although women comprise most of the health workforce around the world, they disproportionally represent lower cadres of health workers. They hold a small fraction of leadership positions and are substantially under-represented in management, leadership, and governance. Despite facing gender discrimination and more barriers to career progression than men, among other challenges, women continue to progress and make great strides in the medical field. Dr. Ashley Simmons Dr. Ashley Simmons is an agent of change for women everywhere. She noticed many of her patients expressed feeling embarrassed or uncomfortable while…