TENS Hire

TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation)

TENS is a form of non-pharmaceutical pain relief involving the use of a mild electrical current. A TENS machine is a small, battery-operated device with cables connected to sticky electrode pads that are stuck on your back during labour.

The electrical pulses from the TENS give a gentle tingling or buzzing which can be turned up or down or "boosted" during a surge. The electrical pulses reduce pain signals being sent to your brain and help to release endorphins (the body's natural pain killers) and relax your muscles.

Mums who have used TENS machines during labour report feeling distracted from their contractions, more comfortable, less anxious and a feeling of being in control of their experience. TENS are usually very safe, however there are some contraindications (see terms of hire below).

I have the Elle TENS machines for hire for local women - this machine is specifically designed for labouring women. Submit the form below and pick up the machine from Hanley's Farm from about 36 weeks (so you're ready whenever your baby and body is ready), and return once you're done with it. I'm flexible with timings and most people only need it for up to 6 weeks - and just let me know if you're having trouble returning it to me with a newborn (I get it!)

Cost

The cost to hire the Elle TENS machine is $60 plus a $60 deposit. If the machine is returned in the same condition (except the electrode pads which are new for each woman) the deposit will be refunded.

TENS Terms and Conditions of Hire

Placing your order confirm you agree to the below terms of hire.

• Hire kit includes; Elle TENS machine, 4 labour electrode pads (new for each woman), electrode cables, neck strap, carry bag, 4 spare AA batteries & full user instructions.

• It is recommended that you check with your midwife or doctor to ensure that a TENS machine is safe for you to use in your labour and birth.

• Our liability shall never exceed the hire fee paid by you.

• It is your responsibility to ensure that hire kit is returned in full (except used electrode pads which can be disposed of)

• if the kit is lost or returned damaged by accident or misuse, you accept that the deposit will not be returned to cover replacement or repair

• If the unit is received back after the agreed date an extension fee of $10 per week may be charged till the unit is received back in full working order.

It is not recommended to use the TENS machine in any of the below instances, please get individual medical advice;

• If you have a pacemaker or other electrical or metal implant in your body

• If you have epilepsy

• If you have a heart disease

• If you have an overactive bladder

• If you've gone into premature labour

• Not to be used in or near water