What is a TENS?
Elle TENS Plus
The Elle TENS Plus is the ultimate device for labour pain relief; think of it as your labour BFF. It features a contraction timer, light-up screen and a 'BOOST' button. This button changes the strength of the impulses with one, easy touch, to match the intensity of your contractions as labour progresses. Our Opti-Max technology sets Elle TENS apart from other maternity TENS available, giving you an extra burst of power when you need it most. All of these features come in one easy-to-use, handheld device that you can use in any stage of labour.


What does TENS mean?
How does it work?
Is the device easy to use?
TIP- Make sure to have some spare batteries on hand in case the 2 provided run out.
How does an Elle TENS Plus machine relieve pain?
- • The electrical pulses may prevent pain signals from reaching your brain
- • The pulses stimulate your body to release natural, feel-good substances called endorphins
- • It can help you to feel in control of your labour
- • It may offer a distraction from your contractions
When should I use an Elle TENS Plus?
How should I use an Elle TENS Plus?
• Follow the instructions that come with your Elle TENS Plus machine.
• Start on a lower setting and build up the strength as you need.
• Use the boost button at the peak of each contraction and remember to switch off the boost button following each contraction for the best effect.
• Use for as long as it is working for you.
When shouldn't I use an Elle TENS Plus?
- • Before you go into labour. (it is okay to give it a quick test after 37 weeks gestation so that you feel comfortable using the machine)
- • When you’re in a shower, bath, or birthing pool.
- • If you have broken skin or a healing scar where you want to place the pads.
- • If you have a cardiac pacemaker or a heart rhythm problem.
- • If you are experiencing any pain unrelated to labour- it is important you see your doctor or midwife in this case.
What are the advantages of an Elle TENS Plus?
• It works with your body and wont directly interfere with your labour.
• You can use it for as long as you want to and easily take it off if you want or need to.
• There are no lasting side-effects.
• It's safe for you and your baby.
• You don't need an anaesthetist, doctor or midwife to help you use it.
• It can be used for a home birth.
It's portable (think of the eventual car ride to the hospital..) and non-invasive.
• You control it.
• It's easy to use.
What are the disadvantages of an Elle TENS Plus?
• You may find it only gives you relief in the early stages of labour- everyone is different.
• Elle TENS Plus cannot be used in water, BUT you can still use it before you get in a bath or birth pool.
• Your birth partner will have to work around the pads if you want massage.
• The Elle TENS+ will have no effect if you choose do have an epidural.
How does the hire process work?
We will send your order to arrive ON or AROUND your dispatch date.
Your 8 week hire will begin from the dispatch date. The hire period lasts 8 weeks giving you plenty of time if you happen to go before or beyond your 'due' date. (Remember your baby will come when they are ready).
When you are finished with the device, simply pop the reply paid label on the mailer bag your order came in, pop everything inside the mailer and drop it to any Australia Post office/box. How easy!
REMEMBER TO KEEP THE MAILER BAG YOU RECEIVED YOUR ORDER IN SO THAT YOU CAN REUSE IT WHEN IT COMES TIME TO RETURN
We are passionate about limiting waste, so please hold onto it for us. We will then compost it after we've received your return.