• Move the 3B LASER PEN over the skin slowly and uniformly, and only activate it when it is in treatment position.
• Only apply creams or lotions after the laser treatment has been finished. Clean the laser beam outlet using 70 %
ethanol following each contact with skin and for each new patient.
Use
The 3B LASER PEN is intended to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature
for the temporary relief of muscle and joint pain and stiffness, arthritis pain, or muscle spasm, the
temporary increase in local blood circulation and/or promoting relaxation of muscle.
Adjunctive Use
The 3B LASER PEN may be used adjunctively for the following:
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symptomatic relief of minor pain
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minor muscle and joint pain
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minor muscle
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spasms
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relief of associated minor stiffness and pain associated with arthritis - promoting relaxation of muscles
CAUTION:
Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Contraindications and Precautions
The following contraindications and precautions are referred to in the laser literature:
Absolute:
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Irradiation of eyes
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Photosensitivity
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No direct irradiation of cancerous tissue
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Open fontanels and epiphyseal cartilage in children
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Thyroid gland hyperactivity
Relative:
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Pacemaker patients (thorax)
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Epilepsy (head)
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Pregnancy (stomach and back regions)
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Endocrine organs (Thyroid gland, testicles, ovaries)
Therapy hindrances:
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deep X-ray treatment
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permanent medication
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chemotherapy
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Last revised 2017-09-26