Lloyds Pharmacy LTD1 - Safety Warnings and Precautions; Initial Device Use Warnings; Contraindications and Medical Advice

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Before you start:
Please carefully read and understand the following warnings and cautions to ensure the safe and correct
use of this device and to prevent injury.
• Make sure the batteries are installed correctly.
• Connect the cable to the gel pads and then connect to the unit (see page 7 for more details).
• Attach the gel pads around the area of pain. Please see section ‘Gel Pad Positioning’ for details of
where to place the pads (page 11).
• Do not use the gel pads if they are scratched or damaged in any way.
The Dual Channel TENS Digital Pain Reliever is a medical device that has been subject to stringent testing.It is
safe to use for most people, with the following exceptions:
• People with pacemakers, pulse regulators or any other implanted medical devices.
• People with heart rhythm problems.
• Cancer patients, people with diabetes or epilepsy should seek advice from their consultant or doctor before
use.
• The use of the device must be supervised by an able adult of sound mind.
• People with inflammation, acute diseases, or infectious skin wounds.
• NOT SUITABLE FOR USE DURING PREGNANCY OR LABOUR. Please ask your Lloydspharmacist about other
drug free pain relief during pregnancy.
• Not suitable for children under 16 years of age.
• Patients must consult their doctor before using this device if receiving any physical therapy or suffering from
any of the following:
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Acute diseases
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Heart diseases or heart rhythm problems
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A fever
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Abnormal blood pressure
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Skin conditions including broken or damaged skin and people with loss of feeling in areas of the body
General Warnings and Safety