What's the difference between TENS and EMS?

TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) works with gentle electrical impulses that act on the nerves through the skin. It primarily stimulates sensory nerve fibres. That fibers transmit information toward the brain. These impulses can influence the perception of pain and support your well-being when dealing with muscular tension.

EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) on the other hand, specifically mimics the natural process of muscle contraction. The electrical impulses are delivered via electrodes directly to the motor nerve fibers, which control the muscles. This creates an artificial muscle contraction that closely resembles a natural contraction initiated by the brain.

In short:

• TENS = focuses on nerves and pain perception
• EMS = focuses on muscles and muscle activation