NYSBC opinion regarding the order of TENS units to be self-administered by patients.
Category: NYSBC News
Mar
19
In 1996, the Department undertook a review of current literature in the field, practices in other states, and applicable State and Federal law and regulation.
In accordance with advice from the State Board for Chiropractic, it was determined that chiropractors licensed in this State may order TENS units to be self-administered by patients so long as the following conditions are met:
- The use of TENS is warranted by the condition of the patient;
- The licensee is competent in the use of TENS;
- The licensee provides adequate training and monitoring of patient self-administration of TENS treatment;
- The specific TENS unit has not been disapproved by the Federal Food and Drug Administration; and
- The practitioner complies with any label requirements on the specific TENS unit.
Norman G. Cohen
Executive Secretary
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