Back Pain Belts: Magnetic Back Support, a TENS Unit for Back Pain, Pelvic Support Belts and Back Braces for Back Pain

There are many types of back pain belts available to help relieve back pain.  I’m going to review a few of these here, including magnetic back support, using a TENS unit for back pain, pelvic support belts, back braces for back pain and pregnancy support belts.  Back pain belts provide relief by 1) providing stomach and/or back support and 2) providing pain relief using magnetic, electrical, heat, massage and other types of back pain therapy and support.

Some of these belts are “medical devices”, which means that they have been approved as a medical device by the FDA.  Your results will be determined by the type of back pain you have, so you need to research them some, and I would make sure that you can return it if it doesn’t help you.  You should always consult with your doctor about this.  They may have suggestions for specific back pain belts for your condition.

Magnetic Back Supports, TENS Units for Back Pain, Pelvic Support Belts, Back Braces for Back Pain and Maternity Support Belts

Magnetic back support therapy helps improve blood circulation and blood oxygen levels, which help natural healing.  It supports your back, and can help with back pain, lower back pain, sciatica, arthritis, rheumatism, herniated disc pain, and relieve muscle tension and fatigue.

Using a TENS unit for back pain (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator) works by sending electrical pulses to the affected muscles and nerves, preventing pain signals from reaching the brain.  It helps your body naturally produce higher levels of its own natural pain killer called “endorphins”.  I have one since a car accident years ago, and will still use it when I need to.  It’s been wonderful.

Pelvic Support Belts help manage low back pain or pelvic joint pain from sitting, standing, bending, lifting and twisting, or sleeping.  It helps give extra support and stability if you’re recovering from a mild to moderate back injury, pelvic joint pain (sacroiliac), helps prevent re-injury, chronic pain and night time pain.  It helps your posture, which is key, as well as improving endurance.

Back braces for back pain were developed to help correct posture (I always emphasize this) and engage and support the muscles in your back so it’s strengthened.  There are also shoulder back braces available, which help hold your shoulders back and spine straight, also improving posture and aligning your spine.  Back braces help strengthen your core muscles (stomach), which helps support your spine.  They help “condition” you to have proper posture for your back.

Maternity support belts help reduce lower back pain, pressure on the bladder, varicosities and swelling, and improve circulation to the pelvic area.  They can help prevent or reduce pre-term contractions, and provide more comfort during exercise.  The type of maternity support belt you need depends on your specific need, to ‘lift’ your belly to relieve pressure, laxity, a pelvic wrap, over-the-shoulder support, etc.

All back pain belts should help provide proper support, treatment, posture and movement.  They’re one of many back pain relief products you can use to help relieve or eliminate your back pain cause, whether temporary or long-term (chronic) back pain.

 

Other web posts related to back pain belts:

Lumbar Support Belt
Anyone ever used a lumbar belt? My chiro recommended one to me for help with my lower back pain…
http://ehealthforum.com/health/lumbar-support-belt-t227492.html

How to Cure Back Pain
I have back pain almost a year and looks like no pills can cure the pain, I already did therapy, massage…
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20110118071659AAeA0Xk

Back Pain Help?
I am 36wks PG and my back is really starting to bother me. It feels a lot like tensions and stress but I can’t get rid of it.
http://www.zonemedicine.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-9698.html

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Using an Electric Muscle Stimulator or (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator TENS Machines) for Back Pain

TENS units (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator) have been used by the medical and rehabilitation industries for years in treating patients for injuries, pain and rehabilitation, as well as improving circulation.  An electronic muscle stimulator (EMS) stimulates the muscles by transmitting electrical impulses to them.  Some claim that EMS exercises muscles, and some believe it can accelerate muscle growth.  An electric muscle stimulator (EMS) or transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (TENS) can be a valuable aid in rehabilitation.

In the past TENS machines (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulators) have only been available by prescription, but you can now get them without one.  TENS unit electrodes (pads with wires) are affixed to the skin over the area in pain. An electrical current is sent via the TENS electrodes to the nerves.  It blocks pain signals from the brain, allowing the muscles to relax which alleviates pain, and you can heal more quickly because of this.  TENS pain relief also encourages your body to produce natural pain killers called Endorphins or Encephalins (Enkephalin).

Many users experience pain reduction quickly, and it can last for several hours or more, depending on the severity of the injury or pain, whether acute or chronic (long-term), and the intensity of the therapy.  I’ve had my TENS device since a car accident in 1997 and it’s been a savior for me.  I still use it if I’ve tweaked or cramped a muscle and the pain won’t go away.  Some use EMS and TENS therapy to ‘exercise’ and tone muscles.

Does an Electronic Muscle Stimulator Work for Back Pain?

Since the Electronic Muscle Stimulator (EMS) gently stimulates the muscles using small electrical impulses that contract and relax the muscles in varying degrees and by various means (depending on the unit’s capabilities), yes it should.  It’s used as a form of “electrotherapy” as well as muscle training, and is used by a lot of sports trainers and athletes.  It’s used as a therapy for musculoskeletal injuries, while TENS machines use an electric current for pain therapy.  They’re both used and recommended by doctors and other medical practitioners, physical therapists, chiropractors and sports coaches.  They can be used to treat acute and chronic pain to: 

• Relax muscles reducing spasms and tightness
• Increase blood circulation
• Maintain or increase range of motion

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators – TENS Machines

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators (TENS machines) are used for spinal rehabilitation and pain management.  They’re portable with a small battery operated unit that can be clipped or worn on the body.  Frequency and intensity controls and settings are variable and can be adjusted to the amount of pain. 

A number of reviews (meta-analyses) have confirmed its effectiveness for chronic musculoskeletal pain, osteoarthritis and post-operative pain.  They’re also used to alleviate neuropathic pain due to nerve damage.

*NOTE:  If you have a pacemaker, it’s indicated that you should not use either TENS EMS, because the electrical current may interfere with the pacemaker. They should be used with caution if you have epilepsy or are pregnant.

 

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