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4. Warnings and Precautions
Consult your doctor before using
this device if you have any of the
following medical conditions:

An implanted cardiac pacemaker,
defibrillator or other implanted
metallic or electronic device

Undiagnosed pain syndromes

Have been diagnosed with cancer

Are pregnant

Have suffered acute trauma or
surgical procedure in the past six
months

Have cardiac problems or cardiac
disease

Have epilepsy

Have painful and/or atrophied
muscles

Have abdominal or inguinal hernia

Have limited range of motion in
skeletal joints

Have blood circulatory problems
This device is intended for adult use
on healthy tissues and is not
intended to treat a medical condition
or disease.
Do not place electrode pads on
broken or damaged skin, areas of
reduced sensation, the front of the
neck (over the carotid sinus),
directly over the heart, eyes, or in
the mouth.
Do not use while in water, sleeping,
driving, operating machinery or
during activities in which involuntary
muscle contractions may endanger
you or others.