1. INTRODUCTION
INTENDED USE
The
Flexistim
combines the treatment capabilities of a TENS device, an EMS or NMES
device, a MIC stimulator, and an IFT stimulator all in one unit.
TENS stands for Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. The TENS settings are
used to provide symptomatic pain relief for chronic, acute or post-operative pain.
EMS stands for Electrical Muscular Stimulation. The EMS settings are used to provide a
muscular training for localised regeneration and muscular hypertrophy.
MIC stands for MicroCurrent Stimulation. The MIC settings are used to provide
symptomatic pain relief for chronic, acute or post-operative pain, and the DC setting is
used for wound healing.
IFT stands for Interferential Stimulation. The IFT settings are indicated for symptomatic
relief of chronic intractable pain.
The
Flexistim
is intended for use in both the Hospital and Home Healthcare Environments.
FLEXISTIM FEATURES
Flexistim
includes many of the features of a professional desk-top unit in a compact,
portable, battery operated device.
1. Multiple Functions
10 TENS programmes, 27 EMS programmes, 4 IFT Programmes, 4 Microcurrent
Programmes and 6 user defined programmes enabling you to experiment and save your
favourite settings - unrivalled performance for a product of this size and price.
2. Output
99mA TENS and EMS
60mA Peak to Peak pure sinusoidal carrier wave with constant energy (modified constant
current) control and 40mA safety override for home use.
700μA Microcurrent with DC option.
3. Memory
Flexistim
allows you to save and recall a particular programme setting and has a Usage
Timer to record the time it has been used.
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4. Power Supply
Removeable, rechargeable Li-ion battery, with option of operation through external mains
power adaptor.
2. WARNING AND CAUTIONS
Contraindications:
1. Do not use this device on patients who have a cardiac pacemaker, implanted
defibrillator, or other implanted electronic devices, because this may cause electric
shock, burns, electrical interference, or death.
2. Do not use this device on patients whose pain syndromes are undiagnosed.
Warnings:
1. Do not apply stimulation over the neck or mouth because this could cause severe
muscle spasms resulting in closure of the airway, difficulty in breathing, or adverse
effects on heart rhythm or blood pressure.
2. Do not apply stimulation across the chest, because IFT currents penetrate deep into
the tissue and the introduction of electrical current into the chest may cause rhythm
disturbances to the patient’s heart, which could be lethal.
3. Do not apply stimulation over the pregnant uterus.
4. Do not apply stimulation, other than microcurrent, over open wounds or rashes,
or over swollen, red, infected, or inflamed areas or skin eruptions (e.g. phlebitis,
thrombophlebitis, varicose veins).
5. Do not apply stimulation over, or in proximity to, cancerous lesions.
6. Do not apply stimulation in the presence of electronic monitoring equipment (e.g.
cardiac monitors, ECG alarms), which may not operate properly when the electrical
stimulation device is in use.
7. Do not apply stimulation when in the bath or shower.
8. Do not apply stimulation while driving, operating machinery, or during any activity in
which electrical stimulation can put the patient at risk of injury.
9. Consult with your physician before using this device, because the device may cause
lethal rhythm disturbances to the heart in susceptible individuals.
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