# Review: Aleve Direct Therapy - Drug-Free Pain Relief *By James Hills — Updated April 2017* I'm not a big fan of using pain relievers and I'm also not a big fan of giving back rubs to my wife who suffers from constant back pain. Thus, when I got the chance to check out Aleve's new Direct Therapy TENS device I jumped at the opportunity.  It operates based on a simple theory - the TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) device stimulates the nerves to block the sensation of pain without using drugs. In the past, devices like this would cost hundreds of dollars and be only available in therapists offices. However, Aleve has packaged the [Direct Therapy unit](https://www.aleve.com/aleve-direct-therapy/how-it-works/) in an easy to use package and priced at only $49.99, with gel pads (used for sticking the unit to the skin) available at $15.99 for a two-pack (four pads total). Setup is simple and all the required pieces are contained in the box including a small screw driver used to open up the back panel so you can insert the included batteries. ### Alaska Words And Phrases That You Might Hear When You Visit Here are some Alaska words, slang terms, and phrases that you might hear when you visit Alaska. ManTripping [Read More](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/oMpxJ3Hy-i6KKUvyOsZmqw.613) ### Norwegian Encore Is The World's Best Ship For A Guys Getaway Norwegian Encore cruise ship is our top pick for the ultimate guys weekend getaway at sea. ManTripping [Read More](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/oMpxJ3Hy-i6KKUvyOsZmqw.1482) ### Book Your Alaska Cruise On Virgin Voyages The land of the midnight sun is calling out for you! Book your spot on Brilliant Lady's Summer Alaska voyages and experience breathtaking destinations from Seattle and Vancouver. 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The key issues here was the stiffness of the device and the relatively large jumps in intensity as we increased the power. The other challenge in recommending this device though is that $16 seems fairly high for just[two sets of pads](https://amzn.to/2dznkmJ). While each pad should be able to be used 3-4 times, this is clearly a razors and blades type product where the unit is sold at a low price that they then hope to recoup revenue with through the sale of gel pads. That all being said, it's not an outrageous price and it does work for what it is specifically advertised to do. The industrial design of the unit is also very nice and easy to use compared to more [medical-looking devices](https://amzn.to/2dA8HC7) that it competes with. At $50, I'd say it is worth trying and you can make up your own mind if it is something you find valuable.  Details Written by: James Hills Published: 08 October 2016 Last Updated: 12 April 2017 ### 🚢Ready To Book A Vacation? 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