Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with healthcare providers regarding their condition. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS):

1. Can TENS help relieve my pain? Do you recommend this treatment for me?
   
   
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of TENS for me? How is TENS better or worse than other types of electrical therapy or other treatment options?
   
   
3. Where will I be instructed in TENS? Do you recommend a particular therapist or facility?
   
   
4. Will my insurance reimburse me for the therapy and my TENS unit?
   
   
5. What type of TENS will I use?
   
   
6. How many times a day should I use TENS, and how long should each session be? For how many weeks or months will I likely need to use TENS?
   
   
7. Should I still take medication or use other pain management techniques while using TENS?
   
   
8. How long should it be before I see an improvement?
   
   
9. How can I tell if I’m using TENS correctly or incorrectly? What can happen if I use it incorrectly?
   
   
10. For how long is TENS likely to provide pain relief to me?
    
    
11. Do I have impaired sensation or any other conditions that may rule out TENS or require extra precautions?
    
    
12. What treatment options do I have if TENS doesn’t work for me?