E-Stim Units

Picking a power unit

Entry level units like the ElectraStim KIX are simple, with a few patterns and one or two channels, ideal for discovering whether electro is for you. Dual channel models such as the Flick let you run two electrodes at once and adjust each separately. Complete starter kits include pads or loops, cables and conductive gel, so you can start straight away. Check the connector size; adapters bridge different plugs.

Electro safety

Never use electro stimulation above the waist or across the chest, as current must not pass near the heart. Do not use it if you have a pacemaker, a heart condition or epilepsy, or if you are pregnant. Always start at zero and raise the level slowly, and use a dedicated conductive gel rather than ordinary lube. Turn the unit off before moving or removing electrodes.