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E2 terms

E-Stim (Electro Play) Short for "electro-stimulation." This practice uses special devices (like a TENS unit or Violet Wand) to send mild electrical currents through the bo… Gear & Wearables
E-Stim (General) Short for "electro-stimulation." This practice uses special devices (like a TENS unit or Violet Wand) to send mild electrical currents through the bo… Practices & Activities

T1 term

TENS Unit A TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) unit is a medical device co-opted for kink. It sends mild electrical pulses through sticky pads… Gear & Wearables

V1 term

Violet Wand A specific "e-stim" toy that uses a glass wand to conduct a high-voltage, low-amperage current. It creates a "zapping" or "stinging" sensation on the… Gear & Wearables