According to this recent study, TENS units are safe for women who have endometriosis and menstrual cramps, as they can alleviate pain and manage primary dysmenorrhea. Also, one review article found that TENS can significantly reduce pain during labor.
What does a Livia do?
What makes Livia an effective tool for suppressing menstrual pain? A TENS machine attaches to the skin using pads and sends electric pulses into it that reduce pain by sending signals to the spinal cord and brain through the nerves.Oct 12, 2020
Can I sleep with Livia on?
Be sure to carry your charging cable with you too. The Livia needs to be used for only 10 to 30 minutes after which the pain is dealt with, meaning you don't need to sleep with the Livia on.May 7, 2019
How long does it take Livia to work?
How long does it take to feel the effects of Livia? Once Livia is on, you should start to feel relief within 30-60 seconds.
Is Livia just a TENS machine?
Livia is essentially TENS 2.0 (They're also available on the internet's strip mall, Amazon.)May 3, 2016
Is Livia a subscription?
Our Livia subscription plan costs much less money up front, has a low monthly fee, and automatically keeps you supplied with everything you need to treat your period pain without interruption.
How long do Livia pads last?
We believe that with proper care, the Livia device should have a life expectancy of 4-to-5 years, and hopefully more.