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Contraindications
There are no known contraindications for use of the Cranial Electrotherapy
Stimulator. However, there are conditions where the use of a CES device has not
been tested. Consequently, Cervella should not be used by patients with implanted
medical devices such as pacemakers, implanted defibrillators or metal implants in
head or neck. Safety of stimulation has not been established during pregnancy.
Epilepsy patients should not be using the device without clinical supervision.
Always consult your healthcare provider before using Cervella.
Precautions
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For external use only. Do not use this device for other purposes other than
indicated in this manual.
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Children should not be allowed to use the Cervella device without adult
supervision.
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Do not use over skin lesions, fresh cuts, scars, and when skin irritation is
present.
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Remove any earrings, piercings, hearing aids, or jewelry before starting
treatment.
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Ensure that you are using conductive gel (best) or water to wet the contact
patch area. Make sure that both ear cushions are in tight contact with your
skin and the skin is clean of oil and make-up. Using Cervella at high current
levels and without conductive gel or water at the contact patch interface
may cause skin irritation.
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Device parts that are in physical contact with human body after usage
should be kept clean.
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Do not operate dangerous equipment or drive motor vehicles during
treatment.
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Treatment immediately prior to bedtime may cause difficulty falling asleep.
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Use only the power supply provided with the Cervella device to charge the
device and the headset.
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Do not operate the device in areas of strong electromagnetic interference
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To avoid explosion, do not use this device near flammable anesthetics or in a
hyperbaric oxygen chamber.
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The device enclosure is not user-serviceable. Opening of the device will
result in voiding of warranty.
