EMSI FLEX-MT PLUS, Instruction Manual

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| Precautions
1. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed heart problems.
2. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed epilepsy.
3. Caution should be used in the presence of the following:
( a ) When there is a tendency to hemorrhage following acute trauma or fracture;
(b) Following recent surgical procedures when muscle contraction may disrupt the healing process.
( c ) Over the menstruating or pregnant uterus; and
(d ) Over areas of the skin which lack normal sensation.
4. Some patients may experience skin irritation of hypersensitivity due to the electrical stimulation or
medium, or alternate electrode placement.
5. Electrode placement and stimulation settings should be based on the guidance of the
prescribing practitioner.
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the manufacturer.
7. Isolated cases of skin irritation may occur at the site of the electrode placement following
long-term application.
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