Beurer MG 148, Instructions For Use Manual

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The unit is double-protected and thus corresponds to protection class 2.
Only use indoors.
1. About the Shiatsu massage
Shiatsu is a type of body massage that developed in Japan over 100 years ago, based on ideas taken from
traditional Chinese medicine. The basic principle is that there is a system of energy channels (meridian
system) within the human body.
The objective of a Shiatsu massage is to boost the physical, emotional and mental well-being of the treated
person. To this end, energy blockages in the energy channels must be removed and the self-regulating pow-
ers of the body must be stimulated.
Shiatsu therapy achieves this through the application of pressure in flowing movements along the energy
channels (meridians). Although Shiatsu literally translates as ‘finger pressure’, treatment is not just given
with the fingers but also with the heels of the hand, elbows and knees. The therapist uses their whole body
weight to create the necessary pressure.
2. Getting to know your device
The rotating massage heads in your Shiatsu massage belt imitate the pressure and kneading movements
of a Shiatsu massage.
Using this electric Shiatsu massage belt, you can provide yourself or others with a soothing, effective massage
with no help required. Massages can be relaxing or stimulating and are effective against strained muscles,
aches and fatigue. The device offers a powerful, intensive massage for the neck, shoulders and thighs.
The Shiatsu massage belt is suitable only for
private use , not for medical or commercial purposes.
The Shiatsu massage belt also offers you the following benefits:
• Easy operation
• Clockwise and anti-clockwise rotation
• Optional belt extension
• Heat and light function
3. Intended use
This device is designed for massaging the neck, back, shoulders and thighs of the human body. It cannot
replace medical treatment. Do not use the Shiatsu massage belt if one or several of the following warnings ap-
plies to you. If you are unsure whether the Shiatsu massage belt is suitable for you, please consult your doctor.
WARNING
The Shiatsu massage belt should not be used:
• On animals
• If you suffer from a medical abnormality or injury in the area to be massaged (e.g. herniated disc,
open wounds)
• If you have a metal implant
• Under any circumstances for massages in the area around the heart if you wear a
pacemaker – and consult your doctor regarding other parts of the body
• On swollen, burnt, inflamed or damaged skin and body parts of any kind
• On cuts, capillaries, varicose veins, acne, couperose, herpes or other skin diseases
• On the head or on hard parts of the body (e.g. knees and joints)
• Not on bare skin
• During pregnancy
• On the face (eyes), on the larynx or any other particularly sensitive body parts
• For foot massages
• While sleeping
• After the consumption of medicines or alcohol (reduced cognition!)