The Use of TENS in Labor
for Birth Professionals
An Advanced Doula Training
Relief of back pain in childbirth can be accomplished with the use of a TENS unit—transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. Add this new tool to your doula bag for even more options for your clients.
Workshop Dates, Times and Locations
Upcoming dates coming soon!
Continuing Education Contact Hours
Earn 2.0 DONA International continuing education contact hours, applicable toward recertification, for attendance at this workshop.
Workshop Objectives:
Describe theories explaining the physiological mechanisms of pain relief with TENS
Discuss research findings on pain relief, safety, and satisfaction with TENS during labor
Demonstrate the proper application of TENS
List the parts of a TENS unit
Describe the physical sensations caused by TENS
Discuss precautions and reasons for these precautions with the use of TENS
Discuss a step-by-step protocol for the implementation of TENS by the doula
Describe the requirements for DONA International approval to use TENS
Investment:
$160 for 2.0 DONA contact hours PLUS an Elle TENS unit and four electrode packs
Order additional electrode packs in units of five.
Registration is limited to a small group class
TENS units are limited, so register early!
Workshop-attendance only spots, without the purchase of a TENS unit, offering 2.0 DONA contact hours are limited and contingent upon available space in the workshop setting and/or once TENS units are sold out. Inquire about availability prior to registering.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation less than one (1) week in advance incurs a $5 fee cancellation fee, but a registration can be transferred to a substitute attendee up to one (1) day in advance without penalty. Refund of electronic payments will also include a deduction of the Stripe or PayPal transaction fee.