Storz MASTERPULS ONE - Principles; Physical Principles; Indications; Contraindications

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Principles
2 Principles
2.1 Physical principles
The MASTERPULS
®
ONE is a compressed air operated ballistic pressure wave genera-
tor. Kinetic energy is converted into sound energy. This acoustic pulse is transmitted
into the tissue to be treated either directly or via an acoustic impedance adapter with
the help of a gel.
Physically speaking, these are radial pressure waves. The applied pressure pulse prop-
agates radially within the tissue and has a therapeutic effect on areas of the tissue near
the surface, in particular.
Medical devices operating on the basis of the above principle are generally referred to
as radial shock wave systems in modern medical literature.
2.1.1 Indications
– Pain in the musculoskeletal system
– Aesthetic – non-medical – treatments to the skin, muscles, facial wrinkles, connec-
tive tissue and tendons
2.1.2 Contraindications
Treatments with the MASTERPULS
®
ONE are not permitted in the following cases:
– Brain or spinal column in the treatment area
–Pregnancy
– Malignant tumour in the treatment area
CAUTION
The MASTERPULS
®
ONE must not be used to treat regions near large nerves, vessels
or the head (except in the facial area).
2.1.3 Side effects
CAUTION
After treatment with the MASTERPULS
®
ONE
side effects may occur.
► Familiarise yourself with the list of side effects.
► Inform the patient of possible side effects.
Treatment with the MASTERPULS
®
ONE may cause the following side effects:
– Swelling, reddening, haematomas
– Petechiae
– Pain
These side effects generally abate after 5 to 10 days.