Use of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for a patient with a cardiac pacemaker. A case report.
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation units used in conjunction with cardiac pacemakers have traditionally been an absolute contraindication for these patients. In this case report, a patient successfully used a TENS unit in conjunction with a temporary cardiac pacemaker. No interference was noted by the ECG readout. This finding indicates that with close monitoring, some patients may be able to wear a TENS unit simultaneously with cardiac pacemakers.
D000368:Aged; D002304:Cardiac Pacing, Artificial; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D059408:Pain Management; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D013909:Thorax; D004561:Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation