Why does it feel like only 1 or 2 pads are working when I have all 4 on my back?
1717880
The more pads the less power you have just stick with two... It's a little machine.
1717881
stick the pads on another location so u can hit a nerve, or maybe turn it up higher. I had to turn the pin on extra high and find a nerve. So maybe that's the same with the pads
1717882
Its like that for me as well,so I have marked the pads & connectors that work great and am getting new pads to see if that makes a difference because all worked when 1st got it..also I lightly wet the part that sticks to skin and it seemed to do a little bit..but be careful to not wet too much..also the location of the patches make a difference w contact
1717883
I am not sure, sometimes I feel the same. However when I was in physical therapy the tech said the pads on their machine needed to be in a sort of square pattern so the power could go from one to another - it is difficult for me to put the pads on myself so they end up (on my low back) where they stick not sure if it is in a circle/square or not.I would agree with the other comments..........I found when I put a small amount of the gel (intended for the wand) on the pad it did seem to feel "stronger" Maybe like the other person said there is not enough power for all four to be strong enough. I am not sure, sometimes I feel the same. However when I was in physical therapy the tech said the pads on their machine needed to be in a sort of square pattern so the power could go from one to another - it is difficult for me to put the pads on myself so they end up (on my low back) where they stick not sure if it is in a circle/square or not.I would agree with the other comments..........I found when I put a small amount of the gel (intended for the wand) on the pad it did seem to feel "stronger" Maybe like the other person said there is not enough power for all four to... » Read More I am not sure, sometimes I feel the same. However when I was in physical therapy the tech said the pads on their machine needed to be in a sort of square pattern so the power could go from one to another - it is difficult for me to put the pads on myself so they end up (on my low back) where they stick not sure if it is in a circle/square or not.I would agree with the other comments..........I found when I put a small amount of the gel (intended for the wand) on the pad it did seem to feel "stronger" Maybe like the other person said there is not enough power for all four to be strong enough. « Show Less
1717884
I am guessing they are using one continual circuit for both sets of pads rather than true individual circuits, thus whichever side it hits first is going to feel stronger. The second side will have lost a lot of the voltage over the drop from traveling between the first set of pads over your skin. Real machines in the medical industry cost much more for a reason.
1717885
I do not have that problem since I only use two pads at a time. What can you expect from such an economical instrument?
1717886
Have you had that issue every time you've used it? If not, it could be that one set of pads needs replacing or that something has gone wrong with the actual wiring between the machine and the pads (unfortunately, I had the latter happen after a couple months... and then the other set quit working not long after).
1867618
I don't feel like it does. My mattress is memory foam, and the pad works perfectly well with it.
211721
When I ordered it, I got one TENS controller with two pads. Why it says pack of 2, I cannot answer. The unit and the pads came in a single box. I think the seller needs to answer this one.
546612
I purchased 3 sets of pads and changed all at the same time. Pads work for either front or rear.
95299
It depends of the model you have. There is only one place to plug in the pad wires, thus only one set of wires with two pads are to be used simultaneously.
535346
Both my husband and I feel the pad is firm but very comfortable on the spine and muscles. We are experiencing much better and longer sleep. Hope that is helpful.
1056112
I would have to actually measure the pad, but its longer than the normal size. In so far as stop working, if you constantly push pressure on the pad, ie, like sitting on them, they do have a great tendency to stop working. We had the same problem. Overall you have to avoid the constant direct 'heavy' pressure. Once we really realized that they could not stand up to being sat on, and adjusted to using them under legs, small of the back, etc, the failure rate has dropped dramatically. Mostly, you cannot sit on them.
1111251
I'm afraid each unit is only able to power two pads, and both pads must be used to complete the circuit across the tissues. You have to do each ache separately.
745065
Greetings...I would probably try to contact Medline directly, I would expect that they can send you another pad.good luck!
300868
It worked like that for me. I was going to buy new pads, but thought I would try this first.
72390
Sounds like the tension knob or cable that controls it may be broken, when i turn my tension knob to increase tension I feel it even if I only move it from 1 to 2.
1335436
I dont feel anything on the tops of my armrests other than padding. If you look at the underside of the armrest cushion, you can see 2 screws/bolts that attach the pad to the bracket. Maybe back the screws/bolts out a bit so you dont feel them? Shorten the screws? Contact the manufacturer?
137122
I just put in pads for electronic stimulation and found one that had 22 on the pad itself it says healthy pad hope this helps!
2213576
It has 4 pads. 2 for each side. I just got these 4 months ago for my 2004 Sti. Work great!
752625
I broke my back in 2004, I have been using these pads since then, this is my 5th one, the controler stops working after a year or so, I sit in my chair with it on low and my back is on it, I love it because it is long enough to get my broken lumbar too. Hope this helps, I have tried others but they bunch up. These used to be made by the KAZ company they were heavier and better , since new company took over they are flimsy and don't stay in place as well. I wish they would have kept the same quality of pad.
1903189
i think you may have it on the pad backwards. I did first off. now it works fine...
347953
I don't remember it's been too long since I ordered it but you will want more than one pad anyway. I would say you need at least two. That way when one is dirty you have another one accessible.