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DJO Global launches Empi Active Knee System for management of knee pain

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DJO Global Inc. has announced the launch of the Empi Active Knee TENS System to treat knee pain. Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) uses electrical stimulation to inhibit pain signals from reaching the brain, thus effectively blocking the pain sensation.

The Empi Active Knee, with predetermined electrode placement built into a specialized wrap, delivers a proprietary TENS waveform to the knee to manage acute, chronic and arthritic pain while minimizing interruption of daily activities, according to the release. The technology delivers a similar physiologic response as pain medication, but without the possible negative side effects from chronic use of medication.

“Chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis, tendonitis and other conditions is an obstacle to maintaining healthy and active lifestyles and often leads to prolonged inactivity that can create other, more serious health consequences,” Mike Mogul, president and chief executive officer of DJO Global, stated in a company press release. “With our broad portfolio of orthopedic preventative and rehabilitative products, DJO is uniquely positioned to help these patients.”