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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of electrodes should be used for electrostimulation?
Use self-adhesive electrodes, which are practical and improve the quality of
stimulation. If used with care, they will last for 25-30 applications. The electrodes
should be replaced when they have no longer a good connection with the skin.
Where should the electrodes be placed?
In the back of this manual, there is a comprehensive electrode placement guide (it
is not necessary to respect the polarities indicated). You can follow this instruction.
To verify the correct placement of the electrodes, use the special Find Motor Point
Pen program or follow this empirical method: place the electrodes as indicated in
the pictures in the back of this manual; start the stimulation; with your hand, move
the electrode by sliding it along the muscle without removing it from the skin. You will
notice a change in contraction according to the different positions. Once you
locate the point where the stimulation is greatest, decrease the channel intensity to
zero (0,0 mA), replace the electrode and increase gradually the intensity.
Use of Y cables. This permits to use more electrodes on the same channel.
This permit, for instance, to stimulate vastus medialis and vastus lateralis of the
quadriceps with one single channel. They are not recommended for medical
applications.
Does the power decrease by using Y cables?
The power intensity for each channel does not vary. However, when Y cables are
used to split one single channel in two, the current is distributed on a wider muscle
area, therefore contraction will be less pronounced. Increase the intensity to obtain
the same contraction level.
Can electrostimulation hurt me?
It is very unlikely that electrostimulation damages muscles. In this case it is important
to increase intensity gradually while observing the muscle behavior and avoiding to
keep the limb completely outstretched. In case of doubt, please contact a
specialist.
Is it possible to use the electrostimulator during menstruation cycle?
Electrostimulation may interfere in some way with menstruation, causing
anticipation, delay, accentuation or reduction of the cycle; however, these effects
are subjective and highly variable. It is recommended to avoid treatments in the
abdominal zone during menstruation cycle and immediately before or after it.
Is it possible to use the electrostimulator during lactation?
Until now, no collateral effects regarding lactation have been observed.
Nonetheless, during lactation, it is recommended not to stimulate the thoracic
region.
Are dermatological diseases (e.g. psoriasis, urticaria) contraindications for
electrostimulation?
Yes, do not treat areas affected by dermatological diseases.
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