Cover Story:
The Versatile Analgesic+2
A close look at BioStim™'s "dark horse".

Therapy Closeup:
The Analgesic+2 for:
* Lower Back Pain
* Sprained Ankle
* Period Pain

Bits n' Pieces:
Generation to Generation
A look at the on-going evolution of TENS technology and therapy techniques.

User Profiles:
A working Mum's view.

The Fact Files:
Greater pain-relief with the Analgesic+2?

The Versatile Analgesic+2

For some reason, the Analgesic+2 seems to generate more confusion than any other product in our range. Subsequently, we receive regular queries about its function and application, everything from: How is the Analgesic+2 different to the others? Is it better to have two output channels? Is it stronger than the Analgesic? And so on. We hope this goes some way to clarifying the uses of this versatile machine.

Treating Two Areas Concurrently
Clearly the most obvious advantage of the Analgesic+2 is that with two output channels, it is possible to treat two areas at the same time. This is of particular benefit to those who suffer arthritis in multiple joints - as it saves a great deal of time by allowing more than just a single joint to receive therapy at once. This feature is also a great advantage for those with concurrent neck and back pain, as well as those with back and sciatic pain. So, on this level at least, the Analgesic+2 offers benefits based on convenience.

Treating Large Areas of Pain
The Analgesic+2 is unique in its ability to treat very large and diffuse areas of pain, as it offers four points of contact through two electrodes on each of two channels. It has been used successfully by those with diffuse abdominal pain following intestinal surgery, by those with full length back pain from the neck to the sacrum, and by those with long and painful surgical incision scars.

Both Channels on the Area of Pain
The Analgesic+2 is the only machine in the BioStim™ range that offers this application. It is recommended for particularly severe pain of a well defined origin. For example - lumbar disc bulge, frozen shoulder, fractured rib, sprained knee, etc. Also, for bruises, muscle tears and ligament damage it is the treatment of choice.

By encircling a single area of pain with four electrodes, both pain relief and rate of healing are improved. In this sense, the Analgesic+2 has a distinct advantage over the single channel Analgesic machine - although technically it is no stronger in terms of its power output.

Channel 1 on the Area of Pain - Channel 2 on a Zone of Maximum Sensory Perception
Only the Analgesic+2 can allow this excellent approach to injury therapy and pain management. By putting two electrodes to work at the origin of the pain and the other pair of electrodes over the wrists or on the earlobes - localized healing is taking place and endorphin release is improved. This can be an advantage in almost any type of pain management, including migraine, period pain, arthritis, sporting injury, lower back pain and so on.

Both Channels on Zones of Maximum Sensory Perception
By placing one pair of electrodes on the wrists and the other on the earlobes, the release of endorphins is maximized. This can be a particularly useful approach for pain that affects multiple body parts or particularly large regions. For example: multi-joint arthritis, fibromyalgia, widespread contusions, and diffuse pain from internal organs, etc..

Maximizing Sedation
For those who wish to get the most out of their relaxation or sleep inducing sessions, apply electrodes to both wrists and both earlobes and set the BioStim™ to the appropriate frequencies. (See: Insomnia & Relaxation).

Notes for the professional:
Multi-joint Treatment - The Analgesic+2 offers the clinician the ability to treat two joints at the same time with the convenience of a portable machine. Highly suited for use with athletes track-side at training sessions and sporting competitions.

Multi-point Acupuncture - With specialized 4-to-1 acupuncture leads, the Analgesic+2 can be attached to 8 needles simultaneously - with obvious benefits.

Ultimate Relaxation Massage - While the patient is positioned for a standard oil massage, the Analgesic+2 can be stimulating through both earlobes and both wrists at sedative frequencies.