Does TENS nerve stimulation help treat post-operative ileus?

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  1. Natural Standard, The Authority on Integrative Medicine
     
    Natural Standard, The Authority on Integrative Medicine answered:

    There is conflicting evidence from clinical trials on the effectiveness of TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) in post-operative ileus. Well-designed, large studies are needed before a recommendation can be made.

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    There is conflicting evidence from clinical trials on the effectiveness of TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) in post-operative ileus. Well-designed, large studies are needed before a recommendation can be made. You should read... More