TensCare Elise 2, Instructions For Use Manual

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Clinically tested programmes for all
types of incontinence including
STRESS , URGE , MIXED and a TONE
aftercare programme.
• Treatment Timer
Unit defaults to 20 minutes treatment to
ensure the pelvic floor muscle is not
over-worked. The user can manually
reset this to 10, 20, 30, 45, 60 or 90
minutes.
For the Urge programme the unit
defaults to a C (Continuous) treatment
session. This timer is ONLY available
for the Urge programme.
•
Open Circuit Detection
Automatically resets the strength to
zero and flashes ‘LEADS’ if the
connection comes loose.
•
Large Backlit Screen
Clearly shows the operation of the unit
and the programme and intensity
currently being used.
•
Memory
Features 3 functions: programme
retention (automatically starts in the last
programme used), duration of use and
average strength used.
4. PELVIC FLOOR
EXERCISES
4.1. PELVIC FLOOR
MUSCLES
The “FLOOR” of your pelvis is made up
of layers of muscles that support the
bowel, bladder, urethra and uterus.
These muscles are like a hammock, or
the bottom and sides of a bowl, in
shape. They run from the pubic bone in
the front to the end of the spinal column
(or tail bone) in the back.
The pelvic floor muscles:
•
Assist in supporting the abdominal
and pelvic organs.
• Work with the abdominal and back
muscles to stabilise and support the
spine.
•
In women, also
o
provide support for the baby
during pregnancy and
o assist in the birthing process
Pelvic floor muscles are also important
for sexual function.
•
In women, voluntary contractions
(squeezing) of the pelvic floor
contribute to sexual sensation and
arousal.
However pelvic floor muscles may
become weak. If your pelvic floor
muscles become stretched or
weakened, your pelvic organs may no
longer be fully supported, and you may
lose control of your bladder or bowel
movements.
For some women, the pelvic floor
muscles can also become too tight.
This condition is less common, but it
can lead to pelvic pain and make it
difficult for you to empty your bladder or
bowel completely.