Updated on July 20th, 2026

What is DR-HO'S Circulation Promoter? 

If you're dealing with pain and discomfort in the feet and legs, you've likely been searching far and wide to find relief. And when your ability to complete simple, daily tasks and your mobility is affected by pain, it can feel even more urgent for you to find something that helps soothe and relieve some of that pain when it strikes.

Prescription medication is an option, but you may be hesitant to rely solely on this option for your own reasons or based on advice from your doctor. Regardless of whether you're treating and managing pain with prescription medications, alternative, temporary and non-invasive pain-relieving methods like a TENS and EMS foot massager can be used to help you find temporary symptomatic relief.

Read on to learn more about the benefits of using a TENS and EMS foot massager for pain in the feet and legs, and to discover exactly how DR-HO'S Circulation Promoter EMS massager can work for pain-sufferers.

What is a TENS & EMS Foot Massager?

A TENS and EMS foot massager, such as DR-HO'S Circulation Promoter, uses TENS Therapy and EMS Therapy to provide temporary pain relief of sore and achy muscles. They can also provide symptomatic relief of acute and chronic pain. Some users also try them to help manage symptoms of diabetic neuropathy, and regular use may reduce those symptoms over time. A major benefit of these devices is that EMS foot massagers offer an at-home foot massage option for the feet and legs when and where pain flares up. These devices start working to temporarily relieve pain as soon as the user turns the machine on. In one report, four out of five diabetic neuropathy patients said they were satisfied using EMS.

What are the benefits? Well, as an example, DR-HO'S Circulation Promote can be used:

1. For temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles including leg pain and foot pain, back pain, arm pain, neck and shoulder pain due to exercise or normal household work activities.

2. For symptomatic relief and management of chronic, intractable pain and relief of pain associated with arthritis, as well as temporary relief sought by people dealing with peripheral neuropathy.

3. To stimulate healthy muscles in order to improve and facilitate muscle performance.

4. To temporarily increase local blood circulation in healthy muscles.

Adjustable intensity levels let users tailor the sensation to their comfort level.

To use the EMS massager, the device is placed on the ground below and the user situates their feet on the designated foot pads on the device — it's that easy. While the use of the product is simple enough for the user, there is a lot going on behind the scenes inside the device. Keep reading to learn about the TENS and EMS technology that powers this pain therapy device.

What is TENS and EMS?

These two technologies work together in the TENS/EMS foot massager to provide temporary pain-relieving stimulation:

TENS Therapy: TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) gently stimulates the nerves to help reduce pain signals sent to the brain and provide temporary relief of pain. Additionally, TENS therapy is thought to aid in the release of endorphins — a naturally-occurring chemical that may also provide temporary pain relief.

EMS Therapy: EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) uses electrical stimulation to send electrical impulses through the foot pads and stimulate muscle contractions in the targeted muscle groups, working with the nervous system. This muscle activation works on the foot muscles and can also reach the lower legs and leg muscles, including the calf muscles. It may also help promote blood circulation, improve blood circulation, support improved circulation and blood flow, reduce muscle tension, encourage muscle relaxation, and aid muscle recovery. Stimulating healthy muscles also helps improve and facilitate muscle performance.

Relatedly, neuromuscular electrical stimulation is used in physical therapy for muscle strengthening, muscle strength support, and helping weakened muscles.

EMS may also help alleviate pain, soothe sore areas, and ease muscle pain, muscle tension, muscle spasms, persistent pain, and discomfort linked to plantar fasciitis.

What makes the DR-HO'S Circulation Promoter different from other TENS and EMS foot massagers?

DR-HO'S TENS and EMS foot massager is called the Circulation Promoter. As such, it is powered by DR-HO'S Pain Therapy System which uses TENS Therapy, EMS Therapy, NMES Technology and proprietary AMP Technology to provide temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles including leg pain and foot pain, back pain, arm pain, neck and shoulder pain due to exercise or normal household work activities. Like other advanced EMS devices, it works by stimulating muscle fibers in the feet and legs to support relief and circulation benefits.

NMES (Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation) helps maintain or increase range of motion and increase circulation. 

AMP (Auto Modulated Pulse) technology: This is Dr. Michael Ho's proprietary technology that provides over 300 different stimulations that vary in wavelength, frequency and rest periods. This technology can be found in the EMS massager and many more DR-HO products.

These constantly-changing stimulations are programmed to automatically change, so you get a soothing variety of pulses as you're using the device. This helps maintain effective relief compared with more basic units that use repetitive patterns. This proprietary technology is the key difference between the Circulation Promoter and other TENS devices on the market.

Try the Circulation Promoter powered by DR-HO'S Pain Therapy System

Choose DR-HO'S Circulation Promoter as your TENS and EMS foot massager for symptomatic relief and management of chronic, intractable pain and for relief of pain associated with arthritis pain. Find features you'll love in addition to the benefits of TENS, EMS, NMES and AMP technology including:

Can Be Used on Other Painful Areas: DR-HO'S Pain Therapy device can be detached from the Circulation Promoter and connected to body pads to use elsewhere on the body. For example, if you're experiencing back pain, try placing the large body pads on either side of the back and feel the soothing massage and temporary pain relief. You can also use the body pads to stimulate your muscles to temporarily help increase local circulation.

Mode Selection: Choose from three different therapy modes that feel like three different massage techniques. Mode A feels like a deep, kneading massage; mode B feels like gentle chopping and shaking; mode C feels like gentle soothing and rubbing. Start with the lowest intensity and increase gradually. Choose the mode that you like best!

Auto Shut-off: Adjust the mode to your desired massage specifications and set the automatic timer by pressing the time button to your desired duration: 10, 20 or 40 minutes, with 20-30 minutes per session generally recommended.

Avoid using it for extended periods, as prolonged use may cause skin irritation or discomfort, and overuse may lead to muscle soreness.

Conveniently Use it At Home: With the Circulation Promoter, you can find temporary relief without having to leave home! Enjoy being able to use the device when you wake up, work from home, when you're relaxing after a long day or before you go to bed.

Do not use the device while sleeping or unattended.

Consult a healthcare provider before use, especially if you have a pacemaker, sensitive skin, varicose veins, high blood pressure, concerns about blood pressure, or other certain medical conditions.

Take the first step towards finding temporary, symptomatic relief and management of chronic, intractable pain and relief of pain associated with arthritis! If you'd like to learn more about DR-HO'S Circulation Promoter and how you can try it risk-free due to our 100-Day Money-Back Guarantee!

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes, and should not be treated as medical advice. While our advanced TENS machine can benefit various pain conditions through its sophisticated combination of TENS, EMS, and NMES guided by our proprietary AMP Technology, proper diagnosis ensures optimal pad placement and treatment protocols. Always consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis before beginning any treatment program.