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4. User Instructions
For all elbow treatments, a self adhering wrap, elastic bandage or
velcro strap should be used to hold the electrode on the elbow in place,
particularly if range of motion, exercise or stretching therapy is to be
performed during the treatment.
4.6.11.1 Placement for Lateral
Elbow Pain (for example, Lateral
Epicondylitis)
Use the E-set:
Since elbow pain is
typically focused in a single location
and because the elbow is very
sensitive to stimulation, only one
electrode is placed on the elbow.
For pain occurring on the lateral
side of the elbow, for example, for
pain from lateral epicondylitis, the
small round Pain Site Electrode
should be placed
directly over
the pain site as shown in the
photo to the right
.
The bony prominence or comfortable location for the rectangular Dispersive
Electrode is just posterior to the AC joint and be placed
along
the spine
of scapula as shown in the photo above. There is no maximum distance
limitation between the two electrodes.
Body Position:
The arm should rest at the side of the body with the elbow bent
at approximately 80 degrees. The patient should rest their forearm in their lap and
hold a ball or a rolled up towel to keep their fingers in a comfortable position.
Motion:
The patient should gently articulate their elbow and wrist (rotation as
well as extension and flexion) to shift the electrical field so that the sensation from
the electrical signals focuses on and encompasses the pain site in the elbow.
Rehabilitation may be facilitated for epicondylitis patients by using Biowave
during therapy. Biowave should be used for 8 minutes first to allow the effect
4.6.11 ELBOW PAIN - ELECTRODE PLACEMENT EXAMPLES