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transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

Definition / meaning of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

A procedure in which mild electric currents are applied to some areas of the skin. Also called TENS.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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