Why is a wide pulse width used during brief intense TENS?

What will be an ideal response?


This protocol requires a noxious but tolerable level of stimulation. At a given intensity, the wide width will add to the strength of the stimulation and a more noxious level of stimulation can be obtained.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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