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INDICATIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS
Indications
TENS is used to treat the following pain patterns: Muscle,
joint or bone pain, pain associated with diseases such as
arthrosis or fibromyalgia, conditions such as low back pain,
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neck pain or tendinitis.
Contraindications
Patients with an implanted electronic device, such as
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a pacemaker or defibrillator, or any other metallic or
electronic implant should not undergo TENS treatment
without first consulting a physician.
Patients with heart disease, epilepsy, cancer, fever or
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other illnesses must not undergo TENS treatment without
prior medical consultation.
Use the electrodes only on healthy, uninjured skin.
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If heart disease is suspected, TENS treatment should be
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performed only under medical supervision.
Do not stimulate via the carotid sinus nerve, especially
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in patients with a known sensitivity to the carotid sinus
reflex.
The stimulation must not be applied over swollen, infect-
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ed or inflamed areas or skin eruptions, such as phlebitis,
thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc.
The stimulation must not be applied over or in the vicinity
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of cancer.
Side effects
The side effects of TENS units are generally mild, even with
prolonged use. If disturbing effects occur, a physician must
evaluate the further use of the device.
Skin irritation and minor burns are possible side effects. If
these occur, discontinue use and consult your doctor.
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WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warnings
The stimulation emitted by the device may be sufficient to
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cause an electric shock. Electric current of this magnitude
must not flow through the rib cage (thorax) or through
the chest and the upper back, as it can cause cardiac
arrhythmia. Do not place electrodes over the heart!
Do not place electrodes on the front of the throat as
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spasm of the laryngeal and pharyngeal muscles may
occur. Stimulation over the cervical cavity (throat area)
may close the airway, make breathing difficult, and have
negative effects on heart rhythm or blood pressure.
Do not place electrodes on your head or in places where
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the electric current can flow transcerebrally (through the
head).
If TENS therapy is ineffective or becomes uncomfortable,
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stimulation should be discontinued until its use is re-
evaluated by a physician.
The device does not have AP/APG protection. Do not use it
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in the presence of explosive atmosphere and flammable
mixture.
The device may only be used according to medical advice.
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Electrodes must not be placed over the eyes, the mouth or
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inside the body.
The device is to be used only when awake.
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Do not use the device during pregnancy unless prescribed
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by your physician.
Simultaneous connection of a patient to a high frequency
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surgical equipment and the stimulator may result in
burns at the site of the stimulator electrodes and possible
damage to the stimulator.
Do not operate the product within 1 m of shortwave
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or microwave therapy equipment as it may produce
instability in the stimulator output.
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