17.
Battery.
Dimming
of the
indicator
lights
signifies
that
the
battery
should
be
replaced
with
a new one as
soon
as
possible.
However,
the
stimulator
will
continue
to
operate
for
several
more hours.
To
replace battery, remove
front
cover (see above),
and
extract battery. Replace
with
9
volt alkaline
or
similar
rechargable
battery, taking care that
the
battey
is
inserted cor-
rectly.
(See diagram
inside
battery compartment.) This
EMS
unit
is
designed
to be
used
with
batteries only,
and can not be
operated
from
a
line-powered battery charger.
18.
Care
of
Electrode
Cords.
Clean
the
electrode cords
by
wiping
with
a
damp cloth. Coating them
lightly
with talcum
powder
will
reduce tangling
and
prolong
life.
APPLICATIONS
Relaxation
of
muscle spasms:
The EMS
unit
can
relax
a
"tense",
"tight",
or
spasmodic muscle.
Common candidates
for EMS
include those
in
high
stress
situations
who
experience muscle tension
in
the
upper back
and
neck
areas,
and
those
who
suffer
from
chronic
tension headaches.
•
Increasing range
of
motion:
The EMS
unit
is
especially
useful
for
those
suffering
from
simple
arthritic
symptoms
or
"stiffness"
in
joints, muscle groups,
or
back areas.
•
Reduction
or
prevention
of
muscle atrophy:
The EMS
unit
will
increase motion, range,
and
response
of
muscles restricted from dususe
or
from atrophy from another cause.
It is
helpful
following
activity
restrictions,
such
as
after surgery
or
bing
in a
cast.
•
Re-enducation
of
muscles: Muscle fibers lose their
ability
to
contract
if
they
are not
adequately
used.
The EMS
unit
repeats
contractions
of
designated muscles re-educating muscle fibers. This
is
particularly
beneficial
to
orthopedic patients recovering from being
in a
cast
or a
splint,
or
bed-ridden
patients
who are not
able
to
maintain their muscles (disuse atrophy).
•
Increasing local blood circulation: (Self
explanatory).
The EMS
unit
can be
used
in the
clinic
or at
home
in
comfort
and
privacy
with
complete safety
following
the
prescription
and
proper
instruction from
a
physician/therapist.
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