Roscoe Medical INTENSITY 10, Instruction Manual

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5. Do not use this device if the patient has a demand-type cardiac
pacemaker or any implanted defibrillator.
6. This device should not be used over poorly enervated areas.
7. This device should not be used on patients with epilepsy.
8. This device should not be used on patients with serious arterial
circulatory problems in the lower limbs.
9. This device should not be used on patients with abdominal or
inguinal hernia.
10. Do not use this device if you have heart disease without
consulting your physician.
1.5 Warnings, Cautions and Adverse Reactions
WARNINGS:
1. This device should be used only under the continued
supervision of a licensed physician or practitioner.
2. The long-term effects of chronic electrical stimulation are
unknown. Electrical stimulation devices do not have any
curative value.
3. TENS is a symptomatic treatment and, as such, suppresses
the sensation of pain, which would otherwise serve as a
protective mechanism.
4. Safety has not been established for the use of therapeutic
electrical stimulation during pregnancy. Do not use during
pregnancy unless directed by your physician.
5. Electrical stimulation is not effective for pain of central origin,
such as a headache.
6. Electrical monitoring equipment (such as ECG monitors
and ECG alarms) may not operate properly when electrical
stimulation is in use.
7. Stimulation should not be applied over the carotid sinus nerves,
particularly in patients with a known sensitivity to the carotid
sinus reflex.
8. Stimulation should not be applied over the neck or mouth.
Severe spasm of the laryngeal and pharyngeal muscles may
occur and the contraction may be strong enough to close the
airway or cause difficulty in breathing.
9. Stimulation should not be applied transthoracically. Introduction
of electrical current into the heart may cause cardiac
arrhythmias.
10. Stimulation should not take place while the user is connected