Healthcare Rebates on Compex Devices
All Compex muscle stimulation devices have a T.E.N.S program, and as such they may be eligible for a rebate from your Health Fund.
Tens machines are currently supported for rebate by most major health funds. Note: some health funds may require a referral from a healthcare professional. Please contact your specific health fund for eligibility requirements and relevant rebates. All Compex devices have a T.E.N.S program, and as such they may be eligible for a rebate from your Health Fund.
What is T.E.N.S And How Can It Provide Pain Relief?
TENS is a method of pain relief for people with chronic pain or women in labour. A TENS machine delivers a small electrical current to the body through electrodes attached to the skin. It does not involve medicines or injections. TENS stands for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. Transcutaneous means across the skin. *During pregnancy, please seek medical advice from your Heath Care Professional BEFORE undertaking any treatments.
TENS is also called electrotherapy. A TENS machine passes electricity across the skin to stimulate your nerves and relieve your pain. A TENS machine runs on batteries. You put small electrodes on your skin, and the electrodes are connected to the TENS machine. The machine sends pulses of gentle electric current to the electrodes. The current stimulates the nerves near your pain. Some people find it gives some pain relief. It uses no medicines, no needles, and no injections. But it isn't clear how it works. It's possible that it blocks pain signals by stimulating different nerves in your spinal cord.
TENS might also cause the release of endorphins - the body's natural pain relievers. Medical uses for TENS can give pain relief in labour. It is also used for chronic pain in people who have conditions such as cancer or arthritis. Physiotherapists sometime use it to treat muscle pain.
AM I ELIGBLE FOR A HEALTHCARE REBATE?
Click the button below to find an indication of the possible eligibility of Private Healthcare rebates available for TENS machines.
A letter of recommendation from a GP or specialist, and a purchase receipt may also be required.
DO I HAVE THE RIGHT INFORMATION?
The best place to find out what rebate you might be entitled to is through your own insurer.