Astar PhysioGo 300A - Units; Head Sensitivity; Head Bad Contact Signaling

3. Device installation and start-up
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The classification of preset treatment programs and sequences into the above-mentioned categories do not limit
their applications in other fields, according to the knowledge and experience of doctors and physiotherapists.
3.2.4.3 US units
This function allows for selection of indication units for ultrasound therapy and combined therapy:
• Power – watts [W]
• Power density – Watt per square centimeter [W/cm
2
]
In order to set the appropriate option, select or clear the selection field by its pressing.
3.2.4.4 US head sensitivity
For advanced users only!
It is possible to modify sensitivity of ultrasound heads in terms of no contact detection. According to treatment
specifics, the sensitivity can be improved or reduced beyond default settings.
To change it you need to:
Step Description
1.
Enter the setup mode. Select the Functional settings tab, then select the US head sensitivity.
2.
Select the ultrasound head type.
3.
Set a new sensitivity value.
Main features of sensitivity settings are listed below.
Sensitivity settings Advantages Disadvantages
Default Default manufacturer settings
High
• forced use of precise treatment technique,
i.e. for training purposes
•
protection of the ultrasound head against
too fast usage
• improved sensitivity on
load’s changes
• t
reatment timer stops more
frequently
Low
• reduced sensitivity on load’s changes
• facilitated treatment performing on small
parts of the body
• facilitated treatment performing on areas
including bones, e.g. hands
•
facilitated phonophoresis treatment
performing
• treatment timer does not stop frequently
• rapid usage of ultrasound
head – possible overheat
• reduced comfort of patient’s
sensations – possible increase
of heat feeling in the tissue
3.2.4.5 US head bad contact signaling
This function allows you to set the time after which in case of US head weak contact the treatment will be
interrupted.
Option Explanation
Default (after 5 sec.)
The treatment will be interrupted after five seconds when the US head
will lose the acceptable level of contact quality with the patient’s body.
Delayed (after 10 sec.)
The treatment will be interrupted after ten seconds when the US head
will lose the acceptable level of contact quality with the patient’s body.
In order to set the appropriate option, select or clear the selection field by its pressing.