Med-Fit 3 Digital Dual Channel TENS Machine for Fast & Effective Pain Relief and Pain Management - Fully Certified Tens CE2460

It looks like a pocket radio from the 80s, and it works. And I mean it really works, I was prepared for it to just be a load of nonsense, but it’s not. I take less pain medication now that I have this, which is healthier and cheaper than trying to fix everything with pills. Thanks to manual controls and replaceable batteries, it should last a lot longer than equivalents with temperamental touchscreens, or rechargeable batteries that stop working and turn spicy after a few years of use. The guidance documents that come with it could have done with a bit of editing, but overall they’re solid and get across a lot of valuable information on how the thing works. There are also suggested electrode placements and settings for a bunch of common conditions so you have somewhere to start from. The controls are simple and clear, and the unit remembers its settings, so you’re not constantly fiddling with it. Overall, get one. The cost is minimal, and if you get any results the thing will pay for itself very quickly. Not to mention, you will be in less pain.

I was a bit dubious about buying this if I'm honest... I'd bought a machine designed for the neck on a deals website previously which claimed to be a TENS device, and I suppose technically it was, but let me tell you it was a painful experience as that thing had been poorly designed and came with basically no instructions as to how it was supposed to be set up or used. Needles to say it now lies unused in a drawer somewhere. However I had seen and heard about the effectiveness of TENS machines so I was prepared to give it another go as I've suffered from lower back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain and leg pain for many years and financially at the moment I was unable to see one of the many physios or chiropractors I've used in the past. So I started researching devices on Amazon and came across the MedFit 3 device which was very reasonably priced, made by a British company and had excellent reviews so decided to order. There is also the MedFit 1 device which is very similar but the MedFit 3 has an LCD screen which I preferred as I could clearly check the settings. Item arrived next day and in the box you get 1 x MedFit device, 8 x self adhesive electrode pads (up to 4 can be used at once so it's effectively a 'spare' set for later, 1 x 9V PP3 battery (very welcome as it was something i'd totally forgotten about), wires to attach the TENS device to the self adhesive pads, and booklets and leaflets with very detailed step by step instructions on how to set the item up, how and where to place the pads for a variety of different types of pain or muscle areas and also a large booklet which shows you other products the company offers along with several different types of electrode pads and deals on them should you need more. So after quickly setting it up as per the instructions and attaching the pads I was ready to go,I attached the device to my jeans (it has a sturdy metal clip which is very handy) and VERY slowly turned it on.... I think it's important to point that out as this machine can be very powerful and the goal is to feel a warm, tingling sensation but if you just turn it all the way up straight away you'll definitely feel the full force and you don't want that. There's a definite 'click' when you turn the dial to ON which is reasssuring, and from there you can very slowly raise it to your preferred comfort level. The control dials on top also have a plastic lid that closes over so there's no chance you can accidentally turn it up or down. There are different modes you can set it to and different strengths and sites you can also set, these are all clearly set out in the instructions although you can adjust as you see fit. For instance you could have 1 set of 2 pads at a certain level on your shoulders and you could have the other set of 2 pads on your lower back at a different level, they're both independently controlled by the dials on top. The machine is designed so that you can wear it all day or just for an hour if you wish. So basically once I'd found 'my' setting it generated that nice, tingly feeling along my painful shoulders and I'll say it genuinely took most of the pain away and replaced it with that warm buzzing. Technically I think the pain doesn't actually go anywhere, it's still there, it's just that the tingling feeling effectively masks it, helps circulation and helps muscles to unwind..... It's kind of like a light massage or climbing into a warm bath and I found it to be a great help. I used the machine for a few hours that first day and have used it for a few hours each day since on different areas and it's providing me with great relief from the dull, achey pains I've had for years. As it can clip on to your belt I've even worn it outdoors and just had the wires under my jumper. I also find the relief extends past the time I'm actually wearing it as well, I feel a bit more mobile and generally less achey. I also had to email the company to ask a question and not only did they get back to me quickly but their service was excellent. So all in all I've found this a great little device for the price and I can't really think of many negative things to say..... It comes with a battery but i'd maybe buy an extra couple in advance as depending on your usage it may get used up quickly although my battery lasted a while, also the pads are very adhesive but sometimes can curl up or move if placed on a flexible area such as an elbow but I've been using plasters to hold them in place and that's been that problem solved, also the pads work best on areas that have been cleaned and dried thoroughly but I've also found that if you have hairy arms or legs it's better to shave the part where you put the pads as the hair makes them tend not to stick as well. Apart from that, I've absolutely nothing to complain about and I've got no hesitation in giving it 5 stars. Hopefully it works just as well for you.

I was recommended to use a tens machine by a colleague for a nerve injury causing pain, after reading a bit and not wanting to spend a lot plumbed for this digital version and have to say that although it is rather light and plastic it works surprisingly well. The digital setting seem to add a level of options but in reality have just got to a setting and leave well alone, in use the 'volume' (intensity) setting seems a little course in operation/effect (needs a steady hand when increasing the setting to not get too much effect! In use I increase the settings until just before it gets uncomfortable and gradually increase it a little as the body get used to the setting. Overall glad I bought it and things are going well after a couple of months - and do get relief from pain/symptoms although not effecting a cure the relief can be welcome, and on this basis I recommend as good value.

I have had chronic pain from my back and now sciatica since the end of August, and all the doctors seem interested in doing is pushing painkillers down my throat. After deciding to take matters into my own hands and going to see a physiotherapist for a couple of times and experiencing the interferential machine, I decided to give the tens machine a try. After all, at the very least, I would discover that the only way to relieve my pain was with medication. At the very best, it would help in some way or other. I have had this machine since Friday and used it for a couple of hours yesterday evening and then today, and what a difference. I woke up this morning and was able to move about with a lot less pain, and have been able to do the same Throughout the day today. The things i really like about this machine are that all controls are covered, so there is no chance of knocking any of them if you are using this machine while going about your day. it is also extremely light and compact, so will fit onto a belt via its belt clip, or into a pocket. I am blind, so I am unable to read the manuals myself, but it was obvious to me from the help I got with setting up and learning how to use this machine, that the instructions were both clear and concise. if I have one criticism, it is that the belt clip does not seem to do its job properly. Having initially worn it on my jeans while I was walking around a friends house and then on public transport travelling back home, I could have lost this machine twice as it came off. I ended up sticking it in a pocket and using the belt clip as a backup. Having one machine before this that I returned because it was too bulky, had no belt clip and therefore no way of carrying it around easily, and then speaking to the company who make this machine, I have no doubt that should I need any support or assistance, they will be able to deliver it adequately. If you are hesitating, I recommend you take the risk. It might just be a real cost-effective benefit, not to mention better than shoving pills down your throat. The amount of pain I was in was affecting my mental health and it was interrupting my sleep, but this little machine has definitely made a difference. It isn’t a miracle cure by any stretch of the imagination, but if I can get pain relief that is both natural and available whenever I should need it, that to me is worth everything.

Brilliant bit of kit , very good if you have sore muscles joints and very well priced

This has worked brilliantly for me and relieved the extreme pain caused by a slipped disc.

It is hard to review the device without being excited about TENS. Using this has made a massive difference to my life. Why my doctor has never suggested this I will never know. The device is quite, er, functional looking but feels well made. It gives the impression of going to last. It is well packaged and the has everything you need to get started including the battery which is nice. It comes with four pads which should last for a while but once you have tried it, it is worth ordering some spares. Update 2019: Now had this for three years and it has worked just fine. Previously got it to help with knee arthritis but have recently been using it to cope with hip arthritis. Doesn't stop the pain completely but does make things a lot more bearable. There are two instruction booklets. The first explains a lot about the settings and so on but are very technical and the second gives indications on positioning the pads and what settings to use. The device's default settings are well above what is recommended in the manual. There are plenty of sources of information and practical advice on-line that is worth having a look at too. I've chronic pain in a knee due to osteoarthritis which tablets help but don't completely take the pain away. The joint is rather stiff because moving it causes pain but exercise would probably help strengthen it. I'd originally looked at TENS as a help for my wife's neck pain but thought I would try it on my knee first as she wasn't sure about it at all. The first time I used the device I positioned the four pads in a square above and below my knee and wired them up diagonally. I then had it turned up so I could just feel it but very faintly. I used it like this for about thirty minutes. After that I took the pads off. So did it help? Yes. Whilst my knee was still stiff there was little pain when walking which was truly amazing. I have had the pain for so long its absence was really noticeable. Based on one use I am very impressed. Obviously the effect it has on others may be different. Overall I have been very impressed with the results in using TENS. The device is great and the only gripe is the level dials are a little hard to see what setting you have it at.

The machine is fairly well built, had no problems with the belt clip and tuning the machine is simple. The guide for electrode placement is easy to understand and includes recommended settings for different types of pain. I purchased this based on other peoples reviews and the device did work effectively for my back for around an hour until the pads stopped sticking and would fall off with slight movements. I guessed that it might have been body heat causing them to fall off as the pads had become extremely slick almost like hair gel, after letting them cool off they wouldn't stick at all. I am unsure if I had a bad batch of electrodes but unfortunately I am now returning the device as it is unusable in it's current state, it should go without saying that if an electrode falls off, don't panic and try to grab it while the device is on! I am quite disappointed as the device had an immediate effect on my back pain, completely nullifying the chronic pain once I'd played with the settings and dulling the sharp pains I had from movement. I was hoping to use it more frequently while I work on my physiotherapy, hopefully your experience will be better than mine! I hope this review is helpful and thanks for reading