Question

this exam is closed - book. before starting, make sure you have studied all of the questions on your previous ct quizzes. question 44 2 pts ______ is the use of electric current to stimulate nerves to release endogenous opioids and therefore relieve pain and muscle spasm. neuromuscular electrical stimulation (nmes) transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (tens) low - level laser therapy (lllt) therapeutic ultrasound (tu)

Explanation:

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) uses electric current to stimulate nerves for pain - relief and muscle - spasm reduction by triggering the release of endogenous opioids. NMES is mainly for muscle contraction, LLLT uses light, and TU uses sound waves.

Answer:

B. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)