Indications For Use; Contraindications; Maximum Permissible Exposure (Mpe); Laser Console Diagrams - Companion Ctx Benutzerhandbuch

3.1.

Indications for Use

810 nm and/or 980 nm wavelength:
This laser system is indicated for emitting energy in the visible and near-infrared spectrum to provide topical heating for the purpose of
elevating tissue temperature for temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, muscle spasm, pain and stiffness associated with arthritis. It
is also indicated for promoting relaxation of the muscle tissue and to temporarily increase local blood circulation.
The laser system is intended to be used by licensed veterinarians, or other practitioners, to provide animal patients photobiomodulation
therapy to promote healing and reduce inflammation.
Caution: Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a veterinarian, or other practitioner licensed by the
law of the State to use and/or prescribe use of the device.
Warning: This laser device is sold solely for VETERINARY, INDUSTRIAL, OR SCIENTIFIC purposes only! Under NO
circumstances should this laser system be employed as a medical device for human use.
3.2.

Contraindications

Contraindications for laser therapy are based upon prudence as opposed to experimental or clinical data. The following contraindications
are presented as a precaution for safe and effective treatment. Laser therapy should not be administered in the following situations:
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Hemorrhaging: Do not apply laser light to any actively hemorrhaging lesion.
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Eyes: Direct irradiation of the eyes. Lasers are potentially harmful to the retina of the eye. Never shine laser light into the
eye at any time, even while wearing safety goggles.
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Testicles: Do not apply laser light to the testicles of the animal.
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Injectable Medications: Do not apply laser light directly over any area recently injected with any medication, vaccines, etc.
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Photosensitive Medications: Use caution in any animal currently receiving photosensitive medications.
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Epiphysitis: When applying laser light to epiphysitis, use a low dose initially and use only those treatments necessary to
reduce swelling.
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Cancer or Malignancy: Do not use laser over any known primary or secondary lesions. Laser application to horses with
Melanomas and Sarcoids should only occur under the supervision of a veterinarian.
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Pregnancy: Do not apply laser light directly over the pregnant uterus.
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Treatment Over Sympathetic Ganglia, the Vagus Nerves & Cardiac Region In Animals With Heart Disease: Laser
therapy may significantly alter neural function, and is therefore contraindicated over these regions in patients with heart
disease.
3.3.

Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE)

Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) is the highest power density (in W/cm
radiation from this laser system, the MPE at the cornea for direct ocular exposure is determined by the wavelength, beam divergence, and
exposure time. For exposure times between 10 and 3000 seconds, the MPE at the cornea for this laser system is 418.9 W/m
times between 10 and 30,000 seconds, the skin MPE is 3027.1 W/m
3.4.

Laser Console Diagrams

1. Power Button
2. Emission Indicator LED
3. Emergency Stop Button
4. Touchscreen Display
5. Non-Interlocked Protective Housing Label
6. USB Port
7. Additional Warnings Label
8. Remote Interlock
9. Foot Switch Port
10. DC Input (Power Supply Port)
11. Fiber Optic Cable
12. Strain Relief
13. Hand Piece Handle
14. Hand Piece Clip
15. Speaker
16. Fiber Manager Spool
17. Product Label
18. Applied Part Marking
19. Optical Applicator Marking
20. Finger Switch Marking
21. Battery Cover
22. Warranty Seal
3.5.

Empower Delivery System

Warning:
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If any part of the Empower Delivery System overheats or produces smoke, immediately power off the laser system, discontinue
operation, and contact Customer Care for assistance.
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