Continuum User’s Manual i
Table of Contents
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION.............................................. 1
How Electrotherapy Works............................................ 1
Empi Continuum Features ............................................ 1
Indications for Use ................................................... 2
Contraindications .................................................... 3
Warnings ............................................................ 3
Precautions .......................................................... 5
Dangers ............................................................. 8
Adverse Effects....................................................... 8
Glossary of Terms..................................................... 9
DIRECTIONS FOR USE PATIENT .................................... 10
Electrode Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Re-Application and Storage of Electrodes ............................ 12
Getting Started ..................................................... 13
Using the Front Panel................................................ 13
Programming & Adjusting Stimulation ............................... 16
Other Features ...................................................... 17
Changing the Batteries ......................................... 17
Using the Belt Clip .............................................. 17
Using the Kick Stand............................................ 17
Troubleshooting and Repair..................................... 18
Maintenance, Cleaning & Storage ............................... 19
PRODUCT INFORMATION CLINICIAN .............................. 20
Hardware and Labeling ............................................ 21
External Remote Switch Port .................................... 21
Front Panel ..................................................... 21
Backside Labeling .............................................. 21
Pre-programmed & Custom Regimens............................. 22
NMES Regimens ................................................ 22
TENS Regimens................................................. 28
Pulsed DC Current Regimens.................................... 31
Programming the Device .......................................... 32
Setting Treatment Parameters................................... 32
Locking the Device ............................................. 33
Unlocking the Device ........................................... 34
View & Reset Compliance Data .................................. 34
Resetting Parameter Defaults ................................... 35
Choosing a Language........................................... 35
Changing the Contrast.......................................... 36
Changing the Switch Working Mode .............................36
Using the Foot Switch .......................................... 37
Using the Hand Switch.......................................... 37
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