Intelect
®
Advanced Vacuum Electrode Module
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ELECTROTHERAPY
• This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to other devices in the vicinity.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. Harmful interference to other devices can be
determined by turning this equipment on and off. Try to correct the
interference using one or more of the following: reorient or relocate
the receiving device, increase the separation between the equipment,
connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit from that to
which the other device(s) are connected and/or consult the factory
field service technician for help.
• This device should be used only under the continued supervision
of a licensed practitioner.
• Make certain the unit is electrically grounded by connecting
only to a
grounded electrical service receptacle conforming to
the applicable
national and local electrical codes.
• This device should be kept away from children.
• Care must be taken when operating this equipment around other
equipment. Potential electromagnetic or other interference could
occur to this or to the other equipment. Try to minimize this
interference by not using other equipment in conjunction with it.
• Powered muscle stimulators should be used only with the leads
and electrodes recommended for use by the manufacturer.
Precautionary Instructions (continued)
• Before administering any treatment to a patient, become acquainted
with
the operating procedures for each mode of treatment available, as well
as the indications, contraindications, warnings and precautions. Consult
other
resources for additional information regarding the application of
Electrotherapy.
• To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the unit from the power source
before attempting any maintenance procedures.
• Keep electrodes separated during treatment. Electrodes in contact
with each other could result in improper stimulation or skin burns.
• Long term effects of chronic electrical stimulation are unknown.
• Stimulation should not be applied over the anterior neck or mouth.
Severe spasm of the laryngeal and pharyngeal muscles may occur and
the contractions may be strong enough to close the airway or cause
difficulty in breathing.
• Stimulation should not be applied transthoracically in that the
introduction of electrical current into the heart may cause cardiac
arrhythmia.
• Stimulation should not be applied over swollen, infected, inflamed areas
or skin eruptions, e.g., phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc.
• Stimulation should not be applied over, or in proximity to, cancerous
lesions.
• Output current density is related to electrode size. Improper application
may result in patient injury. If any question arises as to the proper
electrode size, consult a licensed practitioner prior to therapy session.
• Vacuum electrodes should not be used on patients with thin, papery
skin. Vacuum may lead to contact difficulty and bruising.
• Vacuum electrodes are not suitable for patients who are taking
steroids due to the likelihood of bruising.
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