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How to Compare Electronic Muscle Stimulation

Electronic muscle stimulation is produced through FDA regulated devices for pain management, such as for chronic back pain treatment conducted by licensed medical doctors, physical therapists, and chiropractors. Non-medical electronic muscle stimulation devices are used by some who believe that they help produce muscle training and toning comparable to weight-training. This use of electronic muscle stimulation is not scientifically proven, however, and as of 2010 there is little evidence to support such claims.

  1. Compare Device Reviews

    • One of the best ways to begin comparing electronic muscle stimulation devices is by consulting consumer reviews. This could include looking at manufacturers' websites for testimonials submitted by clients, or checking larger sites that sell a variety of items, such as Amazon, for reviews from people who have purchased and tried the devices. If specific brands are in mind, finding reviews for those brands will help compare muscle stimulation devices easier.

    Consult with Professionals

    • Electronic muscle stimulation is widely utilized by physical therapists, chiropractors, sports medicine doctors, and others who work with patients in pain. Consulting with these professionals, who use such devices regularly, will help reveal the positives and negatives associated with appropriate use of certain professional devices. If you are a patient or client of such a professional, ask to compare the devices within a single clinic or office by using one device during one visit, a different device during a second visit, and so forth.

    Trial and Error

    • Ultimately, trying an electronic muscle stimulation device will reveal its potential for helping your situation. Many big companies will honor a return policy if the device is purchased and found to be of poor quality or not a good match for the user. Keep track of which devices are tried, and the impression of each, so that proper comparisons, by listing pros and cons side by side for each, are possible for later.

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