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central origin.
3. TENS devices should be used only
under the continued supervision of a
physician.
4. TENS devices have no curative value.
5. TENS is a symptomatic treatment
and as such suppresses the
sensation of pain, which would
otherwise serve as a protective
mechanism.
6. The user must keep this device out
of the reach of children.
7. Electronic monitoring equipment
(such as ECG monitors and ECG
alarms may not operate properly
when TENS stimulation is in use.
Precautions
1. Isolated cases of skin irritation may
occur at the site of electrode (gold-
tip) placement following long term
application.
2. Effectiveness is highly dependent
upon patient selection by a person
qualified in the management of pain
patients.
Adverse Reactions
Skin Irritation and contact burns can
occur if the device is used in a constant
and continuing stimulation pattern.
Therefore be very careful as to the
condition of the skin beneath the main
contact point.
Skin Preparation
Prepare the skin before using the Body
Clock Stimplus or Stimplus Pro by
thoroughly washing the skin with a mild
soap and water solution where contact
will be made. This will remove non-
conducting skin oils. Then rinse the area
with warm water and dry thoroughly.
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