Intelect® Shortwave 400
SPECiFiCATiONS
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dESCriPTiON OF FuNCTiONS (CONTiNuEd)
Inductive Field Electrodes that are operated without a
patient could be destroyed due to overheating.
Shortwave Therapy in the Induction Field
The inductive field produces the high-frequency electric currents within the body tissue by means of induction. The
high-frequency circuit of closed currents occurring in the tissue as a result of induction are referred to as eddy currents. The
density of these eddy currents, which is important for the warming effect, is proportional to the electrical conductivity of the
tissue. At the same field intensity, therefore, tissue with better conductivity, such as muscles and inner organs, are warmed
more than fat tissue. The danger of excessive heating of the outer layers of tissue is therefore significantly reduced, while
effective warming down into the muscles is primary.
Two different Eddy-current Electrodes are available as induction field electrodes:
• Diode for treatment of mid-sized areas.
• Three-part diplode for treatment of large areas and for treatment of suitable body parts that can be warmed from
three sides at the same time.
With the Inductive Field Electrodes, the perception of warming is delayed. It is recommended to remain below the desired
power output at the beginning of the treatment and then to increase the power in increments.
For maximum depth effectiveness, the Inductive Field Electrodes should be in direct contact with the body.
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