FAQs
What are Tone-A-Matic Muscle Stimulators?
How do they work?
What is T.E.N.S?
What are the different types of Electrical Muscle Stimulation?
Do I need special training?
Is it safe?
How long before I see results?
Can Tone-A-Matic help Sports injuries?
Can Tone-A-Matic help get my tummy back in shape after having a baby?
What are Tone-A-Matic muscle stimulators?
Tone-A-Matic is a revolutionary muscle exerciser for use anywhere. It is a lightweight, portable electronic unit scientifically proven to exercise body muscles fast and effectively through Tone-A-Matic Muscle Stimulation.
How do they work?
During "voluntary contractions" which take place in your muscle groups during normal exercise, the brain sends a nerve impulse to the "motor point" of your muscle. This signal is a message to the muscles to contract and exercise. Conductive rubber pads are placed over the motor points of the muscle group to be exercised. When the passive stimulation is applied through the pads, the signal finds its way to these motor points and causes the muscle to contract just as if they received a signal from the brain. This makes it possible to duplicate conventional exercise with an Tone-A-Matic system to suit your needs.
What is T.E.N.S?
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulators are a safe non-invasive drug free method of pain management. It relieves pain from various areas of the body by sending small electrical pulses through electrodes placed on the skin to underlying nerve fibers. T.E.N.S works by using two different mechanisms. First, electrical stimulation of the nerve fibbers can block a pain signal from being carried to the brain. Secondly, the body has its own processes for suppressing pain through the release of natural chemicals in the brain called Endorphins. T.E.N.S assists in activating this natural mechanism. By effectively managing pain without drugs, T.E.N.S allows people with chronic pain conditions to resume their daily activities. The Tamexx systems also have the T.E.N.S capability built in. These units can be used for treatment of back pain, Lumbago, Sciatica, Tension, Headache, Sport strains and all muscle related injuries.
What are the different types of Electrical Muscle Stimulation?
EMS, RUSSIAN STIM, & TENS
EMS: Electrical Muscle Stimulation, Neuro Muscular Stimulation Therapy
This type of stimulation is characterized by low volt stimulation targeted to stimulate motor nerves to cause a muscle contraction. During the voluntary contractions, which take place in your muscle group during normal exercise, the brain sends a special via a nerve impulse to the "motor point" of your muscle. That signal is a message for your muscle to contract and exercise. Tone-A-Matic duplicates that message causing the muscle to contract and exercise just as if it received a signal from the brain.
EMS differs from TENS in that it is designed to stimulate muscle motor nerves, while TENS is designed to stimulate sensing nerve endings to help decrease pain.
Russian Stimulation
Russian Stimulation is a specific form of Electro stimulation with a symmetrical Biphasic Square waveform produced by dividing a 2500Hz-carrier frequency into 50Hz packets. It was originally developed by the Russian Olympic team for muscle mass enhancement, however it is now more often used for muscle mass and edema reduction in the United States and Canada.
Russian Stimulation is similar to EMS in that it is designed to stimulate motor nerves. However the high frequency of 2500Hz allows for deeper muscle penetration and a more complete/stronger contraction of the muscle fibers.
Do I need special training?
Most customers find the instructional manual with its various pad placements self explanatory. However, our consultants are available to give you a free demonstration and answer any of your questions. Please, make use of our customer service line if you require further assistance.
Is it safe?
Tone-A-Matic therapy is safe and reliable. The technology was developed over 40 years ago by a team of scientists and doctors. This technology continues to be used extensively in hospitals, physiotherapy clinics, health clubs and spas. The U.S. and Canadian track and field organizations fully endorse Tone-A-Matic and it has been recommended for use at the Olympics since 1972 by the medical advisory council to the Olympic committee. Important: Tone-A-Matic must not be used during pregnancy, by epileptics, people with heart disease or pacemakers and have any metal plates or pins.
How long before I see results?
Tone-A-Matic therapy is the 21st century way of getting into shape that suits your busy lifestyle. Best of all, you can combine Tone-A-Matic therapy with another of your favourite activities - reading a book, meditation or watching television.
Can Tone-A-Matic help Sports injuries?
E.M.S decreases rehabilitation time by controlling swelling and strengthening weak muscles. Used in conjunction with with the T.E.N.S frequency it also helps to reduce pain and greatly reduces an athlete's injury recovery time.
Can Tone-A-Matic help get my tummy back in shape after having a baby?
Tone-A-Matic is ideal for tightening those post-natal bulges. Treatment should start approximately 6 weeks after delivery. Begin with very gentle exercise, then gradually building up over a number of weeks. It is very effective in the battle of the bulge and love handles.