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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 placed on the body, creating a "tingling" or "buzzing" sensation.

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Short version
A device used for "e-stim" or electro-play.
Good to know
RISK: Keep. This is a common entry point for e-stim. **Must** include a safety guide: Never place pads across the heart (front-to-back), on the head/neck, or on broken skin. Start at the lowest setting.

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