There is something called a TENS Unit which can relieve pain in certain situations which is used in mainstream medicine. I doubt whether the unit advertised is similar though- I doubt it. Bob Fink probably can give you more info about TENS. Charlie ----- Original Message ----- From: D J Roll <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Thursday, October 21, 1999 2:27 PM Subject: PAIN 'STIMULATOR' > Has any one heard of a device called a 'STIMULATOR' which is supposed to relieve pain. > > The device is supposed to help with, amongst others, 'muscle spasms', 'cramps', 'carpal tunnel syndrome'. It was advertised on TV here and endorsed by a number of minor celebreties, the only one of which I knew was the motor cycle rider "Evil Knevil" > > At the moment I'm prepared to use snake oil if it would relieve the aching muscles!