Saebo SaeboStim Pro - Warnings; Pregnancy and Skin Irritation Precautions; Medical Condition Precautions

SaeboStim Pro
Contraindications (continued)
• Stimulation should not be applied over the carotid sinus nerves, particularly in
 patientswithaknownsensitivitytothecarotidsinusreex.
• Stimulation should not be applied over the neck or mouth. Severe spasm of the
laryngeal and pharyngeal muscles may occur and the contractions may be strong
 enoughtoclosetheairwayorcausedicultyinbreathing.
• Stimulation should not be applied transthoracically in that the introduction of
electrical current into the heart may cause cardiac arrhythmias.
• Stimulationshouldnotbeappliedoverswollen,infected,orinamedareasor
skin eruptions, e.g., phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc.
Warnings
• The safety of electrical stimulation during pregnancy has not been established.
• You may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the electrical
stimulation or electrical conductive medium (gel).
• If you have suspected or diagnosed heart disease, you should follow precautions
recommended by your physician.
• If you have suspected or diagnosed 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.
• Use caution if stimulation is applied over areas of skin that lack normal
sensation.
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