5 Responses to “Complete Muscle Stimulation Unit with Carrying Case and Electrodes”

  1. Bruce Miller says:

    This diminutive EMS (technically NOT a TENS unit) stim device is packed with incredible power (be VERY careful and conservative with output level dials turning) and awesome design for even one-handed parameter settings via logical and simple button layout. For those who know how to use EMS properly, this model delivers far beyond its cost and is best-in-class.

    One 9v battery lasts and lasts, the all digital design eliminates old-tech power-robbing prior similar units.

    Most important is to forget using the inferior pads included and only ever buy vastly superior “PALS Platinum” pads by Axelgaard. Their white foam pads work best for adhering to flat skin areas and their knit steel Multistick best for bending around contact areas. Easily found online.

    The best quality stim pads makes all the difference for both comfort (peeling away pads really sting unpleasantly) and durability. With careful use, PALS lasts for dozens of applications. Cheaper pads barely last one session before slipping away from skin, THE cause of discomfort.

    While only $55 and pack-of-cards size, this EMS unit MUST be used with care and never reckless Jackass-style play. It easily could cause muscle damage with its output power.
    Rating: 5 / 5

  2. I bought this unit for a handicapped senior citizen who suffers from peripheral neuropathy. Her condition has prevented her from engaging in regular physical exercise. The passive muscle contractions induced by this unit gave her the exercise that she needs. Her pain is much reduced.
    Rating: 5 / 5

  3. curl girl says:

    I’m guessing their 1000 model is a better bet. With the 550, you need to amp up to full power for stimulation of areas where your muscles are hidden by fat or you skin is thicker–like back, stomach and legs.

    The item is not as pictured–no digital screen and the electrode pads are circular and not as sticky as those pictured (search: Medical Product Online for some better ones at a good price. Plus you’ll need extra electrodes any way).

    All this aside, this has been a good tool to help me heal faster from surgery and relax my neck and lower back muscles.
    Rating: 3 / 5

  4. I use one for pain control. Works as a TENS more or less in the Continuous Mode.

    I don’t like the belt clip. If you somehow get it pushed up from the bottom it pops off the belt very easily, then it gives a good yank to your electrodes. I use tape to secure the main lines of electrodes.

    Do NOT use this device as a EMS unless you know what you are doing. It is powerful enough to do muscle damage I assume.

    Good ease of use and battery life.

    I am peeved at the seller though. Never sent my batteries and charger, even after emailing them.

    But if you want and EMS, this is the way to go.
    Rating: 3 / 5

  5. Zavia says:

    The adjustable power control allows you to set this to almost any power level, the capacity to adjust the frequency is wonderful and makes this an all around great home muscle stim system. the battery lasts a good long time I have been using it for weeks to help my neck and back and am still going on the same battery after 20+ hours of actual use, you really could cause some damage with this thing if you set it full and turned up the frequency all the way but just be responsible and you should be fine. This has really helped my back, only thing i could suggest is getting batter pads as these do loose stickiness. all in all a great investment for some one who doesn’t want to have to go to the chiropractors for stim sessions.
    Rating: 5 / 5

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