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2 - USE AND SAFETY
PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO HANDLE OR USE THE
ULTIMATE CONTOUR SYSTEM. IMPROPER USE CAN CAUSE INJURY
2.1 Indications for Use
The Ultimate Contour is intended for
1. Application of non-thermal radio frequency for relief of minor muscle aches and pains, relief of muscle
spasm, temporary improvement of local blood circulation, and temporary reduction in the appearance
of cellulite.
2. Application of ultrasound for non-invasive reduction in abdominal circumference.
2.2 Contra-Indications
WARNING:
The ultrasound handpiece may be audible or create a ringing or buzzing
sensation in the ears that may be very uncomfortable to the patient. Inform the patient of
this prior to treatment and for the patient to immediately indicate if this occurs. Reduce the
intensity setting or discontinue use.
CAUTION:
Applicator heads may become warm during treatment. To avoid thermal injury
to the tissue, keep skin wetted with treatment solutions, always keep the handpiece moving
along the tissue, and use the minimum intensity setting necessary to achieve the desired
results.
• DO NOT
use on persons under the age of 18.
• DO NOT
use ultrasound on persons with a Body Mass Index (BMI) under 25.
• DO NOT
use radio therapy on or near the face or neck.
• DO NOT
use on pregnant or nursing women, on those who have given birth in the last 12 months, or
on those planning to become pregnant.
• DO NOT
use near plastic or metal parts within the body (example: implants, stents, ports). Do not allow
the transducers to contact hard surfaces when activated.
• DO NOT
use on patients exhibiting any of the following medical conditions: high blood pressure, heart
disease or failure, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes or blood-glucose sensitivity, hepatitis, liver
disease, abnormal liver or kidney functions, unstable weight changes (> ±3% in the last 6 months),
HIV positive, blood disorders such as coagulopathy or anemia, aortic aneurysm, connective tissue
disorders, thyroid disorders, epilepsy, abdominal wall diastasis, hernia, current or previous history of
cancer or premalignant tissues.
• DO NOT
use on patients who have undergone previous body contouring regimens in the last 3
months, or liposuction in the last 6 months.
• DO NOT
use on skin lesions, open wounds, abrasions, acne, rosacea, tattoos, or on patients with a
tendency to form keloids, have generally poor skin quality, or have had botox or similar filler injections
near the treatment area within the last month.
• DO NOT
use on skin with visible or underlying implanted or foreign bodies (body jewelry, replacement
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