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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
DO NOT USE THIS DEVICE UNDER THESE CONDITIONS
Undiagnosed pain syndromes (until etiology is established)
• Cancerous lesions that are present in the treatment area
• Swollen, infected, inflamed areas or skin eruptions
(e.g. phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc.) • Demand
type implanted pacemaker or defibrillator • Epilepsy • Serious
arterial circulatory problems in the lower limbs • Abdominal or
inguinal hernia • Safety has not been established for use during
pregnancy • Electrical stimulation is not effective on pain that is
of central origin.
For external use only. The long-term effects of frequent electrical
stimulation are unknown. Do not apply stimulation over the thyroid
or carotid sinus regions, as this could disrupt breathing, cardiac
frequency or blood pressure. Do not use while connected to high-
frequency surgical equipment or near shortwave or microwave
therapy equipment. Never use in environments with high humidity
(ex.: bathroom). Never place the electrodes anywhere on the front
of the thorax or transthoracically as it can increase the risk of
ventricular fibrillation, cause cardiac arrhythmia and lead to
cardiac arrest. Never place the electrodes in a way that would
cause the current to flow through the head.
Do not place on your spine or backbone. Never use near the eyes,
the genitals, the heart, or on areas which lack normal sensation.
This stimulator should never be used by patients who are non
compliant or are emotionally, cognitively or mentally impaired.
Keep the stimulator out of reach of children.
WARNING
4. General Precautions
• The patient is the intended operator.
- TENS is a symptomatic treatment and, as such, suppresses the
sensation of pain.
- TENS is not a substitute for pain medications and other pain
management therapies.
- TENS devices do not cure disease or injuries.
- Do not apply electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) over painful
areas. If you have painful areas, you should consult with your
physician before using this device.
- You may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the
electrical stimulation or gel.
- If you have suspected or diagnosed heart disease and/or epilepsy
you should follow precautions recommended by your physician.
- Use caution if you have a tendency to bleed internally, such as
following an injury or fracture.
- Consult with your physician prior to using the device after a recent
surgical procedure, because stimulation may disrupt the healing
process.
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• Use this device only with the Proactive lead wires, gel pads and
Micro-USB cable.
• Do not use the device or an electrode if it is damaged.
The continuous use of a damaged unit may cause injury or
improper results.
• Do not adjust controls while operating machinery or vehicles.
Never use the stimulator during any activity in which involuntary
movement would represent a risk of injury.
• Do not use this device when in the bath or shower
or while sleeping.
• Turn the stimulator off before applying or removing electrodes.
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