As a manual osteopath, I’m always searching for tools that go beyond the treatment table—devices that empower clients to take charge of their recovery. The Tend Deep is one such game-changer. It uses Direct Vibration Therapy (DVT), also known as Focal Vibration Therapy (FVT), to target pain at its source. The result? Faster relief and improved mobility.
How Does Tend Deep Work?
Imagine vibrations that cut through layers of muscle and tissue to calm pain, boost circulation, and enhance recovery. That’s the power of Tend Deep.
It targets sensory receptors in muscles, tendons, and joints. These high-frequency vibrations reduce inflammation and promote healing from within—exactly where the body needs it.
And with its unique pinpoint tip, Tend reaches areas other devices can’t. Tendons, ligaments, and deep tissues? No problem.
What Makes Tend Deep Unique?
- Custom Vibration Modes
- Intermittent vibration stimulates bone remodeling, improving bone density for those with osteopenia or osteoporosis.
- Continuous vibration activates deep muscles, perfect for athletes and those with muscle imbalances.
- Pinpoint Precision The pinpoint tip targets the exact source of pain—whether it’s a tight ligament or a stubborn tendon. No more guesswork. Just results.
- Portable and User-Friendly Compact. Ergonomic. Easy to use. Tend empowers you as a practitioner but also clients to continue their recovery journey at home, making every session more effective.
How I Use Tend Deep in Practice
The Tend Deep isn’t just another gadget—it’s a reliable partner in care. Here’s how I use it for common conditions:
- Osteoarthritis: Reduces joint stiffness. Promotes synovial fluid movement. Clients feel relief faster.
- Plantar Fasciitis: The pinpoint tip breaks up tension in the fascia, restoring mobility and easing pain.
- Chronic Myofascial Pain: Paired with trigger point therapy, Tend Deep melts away muscle knots.
- Back & Shoulder Pain: Complements spinal mobilization and soft tissue release for lasting relief.
- Self-application: Using it on yourself, for example on the thenar muscle, after a long day of work, it will reduce tension, remove knots and get you ready for the next day.
What the Research Says
Science backs up what I see in practice. Studies prove the effectiveness of vibration therapy:
- Camerota et al. (2016): Focal muscle vibration, an effective rehabilitative approach in severe gait impairment due to multiple sclerosis.
- Link to the study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0022510X16307286
- Filippi et al. (2009): Improvement of Stance Control and Muscle Performance Induced by Focal Muscle Vibration in Young-Elderly Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
- Link to the study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S000399930900728X
- Rabini et al. (2015): Effects of focal muscle vibration on physical functioning in patients with knee osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial.
Tend Deep vs Tend Focus
Tend offers two primary handheld devices, the Tend Deep and the Tend Focus, along with two attachment options: the Glide Deep Attachment and the Glide Focus Attachment.
Commonalities Between Devices:
Both the Tend Deep and Tend Focus utilize Focal Vibration Therapy (FVT), which uses high-frequency vibrations to stimulate muscle tissue, enhance blood flow, and reduce inflammation. This technology aims to accelerate the body’s natural healing processes.- Both tools have six vibration patterns and four speed levels. This allows you to customize the treatment intensity to match your patient’s tissue sensitivity.
- They are both rechargeable with a USB cable and provide over one hour of operation at max settings.
- Both devices are waterproof with an IPX7 rating, meaning they can be submerged in water.
Differences Between Devices:
The Tend Focus is designed with a smaller handle and tip, and a more compact design compared to the Tend Deep. It is ideal for pinpoint accuracy in treating smaller, more delicate areas like hands and ankles. It is intended to offer a more concentrated therapy option.
Final Thoughts
Tend Deep isn’t just a device—it’s a revolution in pain management. Precise. Powerful. Portable. It decreases the stress of manual labour for you, the practitioner, whilst it can also empower your patients to take control of their health, bridging the gap between in-clinic care and at-home recovery.
Looking for effective, evidence-based pain relief? Tend Deep delivers—and it does so in a way that aligns perfectly with the holistic, hands-on approach of manual osteopathy.
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