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TENS for Childbirth - Natural Labour Pain Relief
The thrill and excitement of having a new baby is often overshadowed by the thought of pain and discomfort of childbirth. TENS or Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation is an effective method of natural labour pain relief without using drugs and has been successfully used in childbirth since the 1970's. More and more mothers are opting to use this safe method of drug free labour pain relief during childbirth.
A TENS unit is a small battery operated device that many people find an effective method of pain relief. It has been used worldwide to treat many pain conditions since the 1970's and is frequently recommended by midwives, doctors, physiotherapists and other health professionals.
What are the benefits of using TENS for childbirth over traditional forms of labour pain relief?
- TENS is safe for mother and baby.
- TENS is drug free, non-invasive and non-addictive.
- TENS has no harmful side effects for mother or baby.
- TENS does not alter the normal course of labour.
- TENS gives mother more control during labour, it does not impair her consciousness or her ability to take an active part in the birth process.
- TENS is the only method of pain control that allows the mother complete mobility during labour.
- TENS can be used with other forms of analgesia (pain relief) such as entonox or pethidine, where smaller does are generally required.
More TENS for Childbirth Questions
- How effective is TENS for labour?
- I am planning to have a natural childbirth- is TENS suitable?
- Can I use a non-obstetric TENS machine for labour pain?
- What is a 'dual channel' TENS machine and does it have any advantages over a 'single channel' TENS machine?
- When is the best time to start using the obstetric tens unit?
- Can I use other types of pain relief with a TENS machine?
- I am having my labour induced, when should I start using the TENS machine?
- What if my baby is late and I can't get the TENS unit back to you in time?
- I live in Japan - can I hire a TENS unit from you?
- How will I know when to expect my TENS unit?
- What if I am not home when my TENS unit is delivered?
- I am expecting twins - can I receive the TENS unit early?
- Does the TENS unit come with everything I need?
- I am allergic to plaster - will I be able to use your electrodes?
1. How effective is TENS for labour?
TENS have been found to reduce labour pain in 70 - 80% of mothers. At Natures Gate we send out evaluations with all our TENS units. From all the thousands of mothers who have responded we have had a great deal of very positive comments. Many Mums have found our TENS machines so effective that they use us for their second and third babies as well as recommending us to their friends and midwives.
2. I am planning to have a natural childbirth - is TENS suitable?
TENS is drug free it's an ideal choice for mothers wishing to have a natural labour. Studies have shown that babies born to mothers using TENS are more awake and responsive than those born to mothers using strong drugs for pain relief. As a result mother and baby bonding can start immediately and breast-feeding difficulties are far less likely.
3. Can I use a non-obstetric TENS machine for labour pain?
For the most effective pain relief an obstetric TENS unit with an integral or separate hand held boost button attachment should be used.
4. What is a 'dual channel' TENS machine and does it have any advantages over a 'single channel' TENS machine?
Dual channel means that each pair of electrodes has separate controls. A dual channel TENS unit which has 80mA power per channel will actually have the capability of providing twice the amount of power of a single channel unit, thereby delivering more effective pain relief. See our TENS machines for further details.
5. When is the best time to start using the obstetric tens unit?
TENS is most effective when used from the start of labour - i.e. at the first onset of regular contractions.
6. Can I use other types of pain relief with a TENS machine?
Yes, TENS can also be used in conjunction with other forms of pain relief such as 'gas and air' or pethidine - where smaller doses are generally required.
7. I am having my labour induced, when should I start using the TENS machine?
Ideally the TENS unit should be started approximately 45 minutes before the induction of labour. This gives time for the endorphins (natural pain killers) to build up in your body and become effective.
8. What if my baby is late and I can't get the TENS unit back to you in time?
Providing you contact us before the end of you rental period we can usually give you an extra week's hire at no additional charge.
9. I live in Japan - can I hire a TENS unit from you?
No problem, Natures Gate offers an International Service. Please see TENS Hire for further details.
10. How will I know when to expect my TENS unit?
Your TENS unit will be dispatched so you receive it 3 to 4 weeks before your baby's due date, we will send you a confirmation letter so you know when to expect your unit. If your baby is due sooner than this we will send the unit straight out to you.
11. What if I am not home when my TENS unit is delivered?
If you are not home when your unit arrives the postman will leave a note whereby you can arrange for re-delivery or to collect the machine yourself from the Sorting Office.
12. I am expecting twins - can I receive the TENS unit early?
Often twins do not go full term. If you would like to receive your TENS machine early please let us know and we can arrange for you to receive it at the start of your 36th week.
13. Does the TENS unit come with everything I need?
Yes, TENS units will come in a carrying case complete with lead wires, electrodes, battery and instructions.
14. I am allergic to plaster - will I be able to use the TENS electrodes?
Yes, all our TENS electrodes are hypoallergenic.
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