Muscle Stimulation: EMS Benefits, Dangers & TENS Safety

What happens when you overuse a TENS machine? While electronic muscle stimulation offers toning benefits for abs, understanding the potential dangers is essential.

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Slendertone Pros & Cons

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Darla Ferrara

Slendertone is an electrical muscle stimulation device (EMS). This means that a mild electrical current produced by the device forces involuntary contractions from your muscles. Advertisements for commercial EMS systems, including Slendertone, claim these devices will help tone and strengthen muscles.