EMSI FLEX-MT PLUS - Contraindications; Specific Contraindications; Warnings; Warnings on Stimulation Application

3.0 | Contraindications
1. Any electrode placement that applies current to the carotid sinus (front of neck) region.
2. Any electrode placement that causes current to flow transcerebrally (through the head).
3. Any use of this device on patients who have a demand-type cardiac pacemaker.
4.0 | Warnings
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2. Stimulation should not be applied over the carotid sinus nerves, particularly in
patients with a known sensitivity to the carotid sinus reex.
3. Stimulation should not be applied over the front of neck or mouth. Severe spasm of the laryngeal
and pharyngeal muscles may occur and the contractions may occur and may be strong
enough to close the airway or cause diculty in breathing.
4. Stimulation should not be applied trans-thoracically in that the introduction of
electrical current into the heart may cause cardiac arrhythmias.
5. Stimulation should not be applied over swollen, infected, or inamed areas or skin eruptions,
e.g., phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc.
6. Stimulation should not be applied over, or in proximity to, cancerous lesions.
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