Have a Question about diPulse Technology? We Got You Covered!
The diPulse community is rapidly growing and we are more than happy to welcome the new diPulsers on our social media accounts. But we don’t stop there; we invite you to enjoy the fitness ride with us! We are always happy to learn about our customers and we value what they have to say or ask. Have a question how to integrate the diPulse system into your workout? Need some deep science info on how the tech works? Have you been using the diPulse tech for some time and need a tip to upgrade your training with it? Join our Instagram or LinkedIn and just ask, we will be happy to answer. In the meanwhile let’s have a look at some of the most recent questions you asked and how the diPulse team has answered them for you.
I am new to the community. What is NMES, the technology behind diPulse?
NMES or Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation is the delivery of an electrical current via the motor points of a muscle to stimulate muscle activation, typically to create a muscle contraction. The motor point of a muscle is the area where a superficial bundle of motor nerve fibres is most accessible for muscle stimulation. Motor or efferent nerves transmit impulses from the brain to the muscle to contract, whereas sensory or afferent nerves take sensations from the body to the brain to be interpreted as different sensations.
With NMES, we are essentially bypassing the brain in order to create a muscle contraction via the motor nerve without the need for conscious thought. In fact, research shows that even people who are highly mobile, sporty, and fit, are not making the most of their muscles. And this is where NMES comes in. In diPulse we make full use of this innovative technology to help professional athletes and fitness lovers to make full use of their muscle capacity and get amazing results in less time.
I have read on the web about TENS. In short, what’s the difference between TENS and NMES?
Don’t worry; it's normal to be confused. TENS and NMES work in the same way but stimulate different neurological elements to achieve results. They are both a form of e-stim but don’t operate in the same way. A TENS unit stimulates the sensory nerves at a superficial level to override pain signals on their way to the brain, thereby reducing or eliminating pain sensations. On the contrary, NMES targets muscles through motor nerves, rather than pain signals, making muscles contract directly without conscious effort. This very difference is what makes NMES technology perfect for building muscle and supporting muscle recovery in less time. It’s no surprise that is widely used by fitness coaches and top-performing athletes around the world, they know what works!
Why is diPulse different from other NMES companies?
That’s an easy one! In the past, using NMES technology has been quite a task as it involved leads and wires to attach sticky electrodes to a cumbersome device. This made the use of electrical stimulation static and with limited use and thus very restricted benefits. diPulse’s game-changer innovation was to integrate those accurately placed electrical stimulation points into our compression tops and tights made by the best smart textiles in the market. This gave users the ability to move freely and incorporate NMES via CMT into their everyday routine. A contemporary and innovative approach to training that can improve your physical and mental well-being effortlessly and in less time.
What is your most popular product?
Our athletes and fitness professionals love the SMARTSKIN KIT for the full NMES training experience! For more targeted results, we suggest you try our super popular SMARTBELT KIT a flexible kit that will become your indispensable kit for every core workout! NMES is great for minimizing recovery through an active approach to it and our ambassadors swear on the SMARTRECOVERY KIT, which helps them minimize their cool-down time. It’s no surprise that diPulse was the official recovery brand for athletes during some of the most prestigious CrossFit competitions such as the Battle of Wermland!
How to use the app?
Training with diPulse is both efficient and fun, and we widely credit our app for the latter! Using it is easy; you simply put on your SMARTSKIN, SMARTBELT or SMARTKNEE KIT and choose your favorite program to elevate your everyday workout or to improve your post-exercise recovery. You can navigate between programs for active recovery, training, warm-up, or indulge in a much-loved massage to finish a day full of challenges.
