Tens

[nh_user_1132002]

Can anyone tell me if it is OK to use a Tens machine after TKT I did google it and it said yes,i’ve seen comments about using after PT

But i’m 4 weeks post op and need this to sleep still only managing 2 1/2 to 3 hours at night even with sleeping pills.

Then someone commented on here that they were told never to use Tens after TKR.

Any advice please

Julie x

[nh_user_1041977]

You can always use the tens machine

[nh_user_1125571]

Hi Julie , my PT and surgeon says it doesnt hurt but doesnt really help either. I too am only getting 3 hours of sleep and I am 9 weeks Post op. Falling asleep with an ice pack on my knee helps and i too take a sleeping pill  

[nh_user_1137754]

You can use it my physical therapist said it is fine but I find it doesn't help

[nh_user_1017426]

Should be ok providing you have no cardiac implants such as pace maker or internal defibrillator. Best check with surgeon or physio though. They are great for muscular probs use mine on my neck. Buy a good one though.

[nh_user_1043461]

I used it to great effect, very good do In between medications!

You may like to go to my profile by clicking on the image next to my name. I kept a journal of my own knee replacement journey, and I have been told by several people they found it helpful to read, or skim through. It has a lot of useful suggestions and information. Hopefully it might be useful to you.