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Epicondylitis ENG When? Epicondylitis is a tendinopathy and may result from e.g. repetitive gripping of objects and sports such as tennis and golf. Why? For pain relief. How? The stimulation inhibits impulse transfer in the pain pathways (Gate control). To avoid adaption, this program has a continuous variation of the stimulation frequency. Electrodes The electrodes should be placed on each side of the elbow. See Position of the electrodes. It is important to ensure that the patient has normal sensory of touch in the area where the electrodes are placed. Intensity The stimulation should give a strong, tingling sensation, without being painful. It is important that the energy level is adjusted during the treatment, because this is one of the key factors for the effectiveness of the treatment. Option 2+2 Yes. Frequency Pulse width Modulation time Treatment time 50-150 Hz 50 µs 2s 20 min PRACTICAL GUIDE Epicondylitis 41