Unlike the TENS machine, SCENAR avoids the problem of desensitisation. The hand held device incorporates a biofeedback mechanism which sets up a two-way communication with the patient’s nervous system. The device reads the returning signal and adjusts its own subsequent impulse parameters so that each new signal differs from the previous one.

This constant change of frequency encourages the body to go on redirecting its activity towards the area of weakness in the body.

Another major distinguishing features of SCENAR therapy is that it influences local blood flow, especially micro-circulation, which is important in the treatment of sports injuries. Blood delivers the basic building blocks to repair cells and removes dead tissue and waste products from the affected site.

The result is that pain relief may be permanent, or at least extend for increasingly longer periods between with each treatment.

Neuropeptides: SCENAR therapy is also effective at inducing neuropeptide release by the body, which promotes pain reduction and repair for a wide array of complaints and conditions.

Neuropeptides are a group of protein-like compounds that act as neurotransmitters, regulating almost all life processes at the cellular level and linking together body systems. Among other regulatory functions, neuropeptides are important in reducing inflammation. They are naturally occurring molecules that are non-invasive, non-addictive, acting efficiently in the body without adverse side effects.