TENS units use as much as 1000 times more current than PAT. They are designed to temporarily block pain. By using much lower currents, PAT mimics the body’s natural currents so that the tissues that are causing the pain begin to normalize and thus pain is reduced.
There is no set number of treatments. A recent muscle strain may feel 50% better after one treatment and gone after three. However, chronic pain may take a 5 or more treatments to feel a difference. Why is this? The longer you have the pain, the longer it may take to get rid of it. However, the majority of people begin to feel some relief by the second treatment.
PAT is very easy to use. Since the treatments are automatic based on the body part treated, all you have to do is apply two electrodes, connect them to the PAT device, turn it on, and choose the part you are treating. After the treatment is over, PAT will turn itself off. For more information, see the owner’s manual.
With the exception of treating over known cancer areas, on the head or the front or sides of the neck, you can treat any part of the body that is causing pain. For the NECK setting, only apply the electrode pads on the back of the neck. In other words, the unit relieves pain for every type of pain, from everyday aches and pains, to acute injuries, to persistent or chronic pain.
Absolutely! Many times people have found that two or more treatments will be more effective. The currents are so low in these treatments that you cannot over-treat. You can also do a second treatment without removing the electrode pads. Just press the POWER button again and reselect the body part you are treating.
Yes, as long as they use a different set of electrode pads. Many people treat their whole family with one unit by ordering a set of electrode pads for each member of the family.
With PAT, you can do a treatment anytime. Many have found that the morning is the best time to relieve pain for the day. Others treat in the evening to relieve pain for a good night’s sleep. Feel free to do multiple treatments at multiple times, depending on the level of pain you are experiencing.
There is an arrow on the LCD screen next to the body part you have chosen to treat that will blink continuously during treatment if the unit is working and the connections are good.
Up to one year after purchase, if after using PAT you are not getting pain relief, you can send it back to us for a full refund.
There is no prescription required for PAT. However, if you don’t understand why you are having the pain, we encourage you to see your physician to properly diagnose it. For example, if you have any concern there may be a fracture, see your doctor.
There is no latex used in the electrode pads but occasionally sensitive skin will have a reaction. Hypoallergenic electrode pads may be specially ordered through our company
Any electrical stimulator only works as good as its electrode pads work. We use only the highest quality US made electrodes which, as you can see when examined, have a proprietary silver grid pattern which assures that the current flows throughout the electrode pad. The pads also have a patented multi-layer hydrogel which contacts the skin and makes the electrode sticky. Cheaper electrode pads do not disperse the current properly and have a low-cost single layer gel that not only doesn’t pass the current properly, but loses its stickiness quickly. They simply cannot be counted on to perform like ours. We have priced our electrode pads competitively so you can get the best pads at the best prices.
No, the current used is direct current operating at 40-250 millionths of an amp. We say, you will only be shocked at how great it works!
No, the safety of PAT and all other TENS devices have not been evaluated to treat pregnant women.
Yes, as long as PAT doesn’t get wet, you can treat anytime and anywhere. This can be while walking, riding, or even at work.
Yes. PAT is eligible for HSA/FSA accounts. Call 910-585-7935 and we will process it.
Most people do not feel anything at all but it is common for people with sensitive skin to feel some tingling during the first phase which is from 10-15 minutes. This does not affect the treatment.
PAT uses 3 AAA batteries. Battery life depends on how much you use the unit. We have found that a new set of batteries can treat as many as 50 treatments before needing to be replaced. If the screen becomes obviously less bright, it probably means you need to change the batteries. You can use rechargeable batteries if you wish.
No, do not use PAT if you have a cardiac pacemaker, defibrillator, or other implanted electronic device. It is OK to use PAT if you have pins or screws.
No, the only thing you may experience is slight skin irritation under the electrode pads. Marchan Medical offers hypoallergenic pads if you need them.
This depends on the condition of your skin and many other factors. However, most people get at least 15 treatments from one set of electrode pads. You use the electrodes until they will no longer stick to your skin. We supply you with 4 sets of electrodes when you originally buy PAT. More can be ordered here.