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Important safety precautions and warnings
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Use caution if stimulation is applied over the menstruating uterus.
NEVER APPLY THE PADS TO THESE BODY AREAS:
The head, the mouth, or any area
of the face.
The neck or any area of the throat
because this could cause severe
muscle spasms resulting in closure
of the airway, dif¿ culty in breathing,
or adverse effects on heart rhythm
or blood pressure.
Do not use near the heart, or on
genital area.
Both sides of the thorax
simultaneously (lateral or front
and back), or across your chest
because the introduction of
electrical current may cause rhythm
disturbances which could be lethal.
On the calves of both legs at the
same time because this may cause
cardiac disturbance.
On the bottom of both feet at the
same time because this may cause
cardiac disturbance.
Open wounds or rashes or over swollen, red, infected or inÀ amed areas or skin eruptions (such
as varicose veins, phlebitis, thrombophlebitis and thrombosis), or on top of or close to cancerous
lesions, or over areas of skin that lack normal sensation.
Do not use this unit during these activities
When in the bath or shower;
While sleeping;
While driving, operating machinery, or during any activity in which electrical stimulation can put
you at risk of injury.
Pain management warnings
If you have had medical or physical treatment for your pain, consult with your healthcare
professional before using this unit.
If your pain does not improve, becomes seriously chronic or severe, or continues for more than 5
days, stop using the unit and consult with your healthcare professional.
The mere existence of pain functions as a very important warning telling us that something is
wrong. Therefore, if you suffer from any serious illness, consult your healthcare professional in
order to con¿ rm that it is advisable for you to use this OMRON E3 Intense.