Does TENS nerve stimulation help treat rheumatoid arthritis?

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

    Preliminary studies of TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) in rheumatoid arthritis report improvements in joint function and pain. However, most research is not well designed or reported, and better studies are necessary before a clear conclusion can be reached.

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    Preliminary studies of TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) in rheumatoid arthritis report improvements in joint function and pain. However, most research is not well designed or reported, and better studies are necessary before a... More