Neurotech MediTens XP Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 5

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• When the leads are attached to the electrodes, ensure that the pins are fully inserted into the electrode sockets. Ensure that
no metal is visible.
• The device should be kept safely out of the reach of children.
• Simultaneous connection of a patient to high frequency surgical equipment may result in burns at the site of the stimulator
electrodes, and possible damage to the stimulator.
• Operation in close proximity to shortwave or microwave therapy equipment may produce instability in the stimulator output.
• Electronic monitoring equipment (such as ECG monitors and ECG alarms) may not operate properly when the stimulator is in
use.
• It may not be appropriate to use MediTens XP on a person at the same time as other equipment. You should check suitability
before use.
• The MediTens XP unit should be used only for its intended purpose and in the manner described in this manual. You should
also use only those electrode positions indicated by your clinician.
• A small number of isolated skin reactions have been reported, including allergies and acne.
• Stimulation should not be applied until the cause of the pain is identified and a precise diagnosis rendered.
• To avoid infection electrodes may only be used by a single individual.
• TENS is not intended to treat psychosomatic illness.
• TENS primarily treats symptoms by suppressing pain, which in turn serves as a protective mechanism.
• This device can deliver current densities in excess of 2mA/cm
"Technical Data" for more details.
• The long-term effects of continuous electrical stimulation have not been investigated.
If any irritations, skin reactions, over-sensitivity or other side effects occur, please contact BMR Ltd In such cases stop use imme-
diately. Irritations can usually be reduced by changing the position of the electrodes. Note, however, that a slight reddening of the
skin is quite normal under the electrodes during and for a short time after treatment.
Please do not use the MediTens XP unit in the following way:
• Stimulation must never be applied transcerebrally (across or through the head), directly on the eyes, covering the mouth,
transthoracicly (electrodes placed on the chest and the upper back or crossing over the heart - as such an application of
electrical current into the heart may cause arrhythmia), or on the front of the neck (especially the carotid sinus nerves).
• Do not use the MediTens XP unit with the electrodes positioned on injection sites (of medications/drugs), such as hormone
treatment sites.
• Do not use while driving or operating machinery.
• MediTens XP must not be used with any other unit that delivers electrical current to the body (e.g. interferential or another
muscle stimulator).
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when used at a high intensity with small electrodes. See
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