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TENS vs EMS: What Each One Does and Which One...
TENS and EMS share the same electrode pads but sit on opposite sides of the nervous system: TENS stimulates sensory nerves to interrupt pain signals, while EMS fires into motor nerves to force muscle contractions. This guide compares their frequency, pulse width, and on-off settings, maps which device fits pain relief versus muscle recovery, and covers combo units, electrode pad lifespan, and the safety lines both share.