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Sports TENS 2 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 

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Page 1: ...1 Sports TENS 2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE...

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Page 3: ...eated Press and hold the ON OFF button to switch the device on Select a programme by pressing the button PROG Regulate the output intensity for each channel PROG button Channel 2 DOWN Select a mode by...

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Page 5: ...he Programmes 13 7 1 TENS Programmes 13 7 2 EMS Programmes 14 7 3 Massage Programmes 17 8 Positioning of Electrode Pads 18 8 1 Electrode placement for TENS 18 8 2 Electrode placement for EMS 20 8 3 El...

Page 6: ...werful fitness and performance muscle stimulator for body toning shaping beauty and relaxation It has TENS settings to relieve pain due to injury and over training Gentle massage is provided for relax...

Page 7: ...requency settings and slightly stronger output TENS drives the motor nerves to produce a small repetitive muscle contraction This is seen by the brain as exercise and this promotes release of Endorphi...

Page 8: ...programme selected into the body These muscle contractions retrain the muscles increase their effectiveness and improve their condition This is beneficial where muscles for whatever reason have not b...

Page 9: ...r acting and capable of anaerobic working The proportions of red and white fibres depend on the way the muscle is used Fibre can be converted from one type to the other depending on the signals it rec...

Page 10: ...muscular activity is more effective than stimulation and it may improve progress if you combine voluntary contraction with stimulation The powerful muscle contractions caused by electrical stimulatio...

Page 11: ...tigue Higher pulse frequencies can therefore preferably by used for elasticity and maximum strength training For TENS A frequency of 110 Hz is good at blocking pain signals A low frequency of 4 or 10...

Page 12: ...gh as possible for maximum benefit so set just below the pain threshold With prolonged application you may need to increase intensity as nerves get used to the stimulation and become less sensitive kn...

Page 13: ...fferent signals and can be very beneficial and lessen any effect of accommodation WARNING Consult your healthcare professional before altering these settings Correct settings depend on your muscle ton...

Page 14: ...nsity Ch1 Pause Pulse Width Programme Menu Parameter Intensity Ch 2 Time setting Warning Intensity Ch 2 ON OFF Menu Parameter Adjust Programme Select Intensity Ch 2 Menu Parameter Confirm MODE Select...

Page 15: ...is activated 6 3 Select Programme Press the P Program to cycle through the available programmes The Hz and uS settings for each programme are displayed TENS 1 12 EMS 1 11 MASSAGE 1 10 6 4 Set Treatme...

Page 16: ...button for 5 seconds again 6 9 Pause Pressing the MODE button while a programme is in use stops the stimulation and the timer Pause symbol is displayed Press again to resume the programme 6 10 Low Bat...

Page 17: ...r view the records on that date If no programme has been used for more than 19 minutes a NULL message is displayed and the unit returns to waiting mode Then use the and buttons to select Day shown in...

Page 18: ...ers find will extend the effective pain relief Programmes with Low frequency Endorphin release elements Programmmes 3 4 5 6 7 12 These programmes encourage production of your natural endorphins but in...

Page 19: ...as Work phase 4 All Active Rest phases have Ramp up 0 5s Ramp down 0 5s 5 All Active Rest phases are at 4 Hz 200uS Manual settings 1 All WARM phases are 6Hz at same PW as set PW 2 All COOL phases are...

Page 20: ...0 280 340 120 100 2 Train 55 200 280 340 5 80 4 235 11 50 27 Cool 3 200 280 340 180 70 3 6 PRESET Warm 5 200 280 340 300 100 5 Train 60 200 280 340 4 80 5 20 10 50 41 Cool 3 200 280 340 600 70 10 7 PR...

Page 21: ...oxygen consumption at muscular level and to increase the capacity to withstand toxin amassing Used on sports activities requiring prolonged and high levels of muscle force Cycling Rowing Middle distan...

Page 22: ...1 30 5 300 Con 2 8 300 Con 6 30 1 30 5 200 Con 2 8 200 Con 7 30 1 30 5 300 Con 2 8 300 Con 8 1 5 250 25 250 250 Burst 1Hz 2 5 Burst 1 25 Hz 3 5 Burst 1 42 Hz 4 5 Burst 1 66 Hz 9 30 1 25 200 2 2 2 30 2...

Page 23: ...T E N S The placement of electrodes is one of the most important parameters in achieving effective pain relief using TENS You may need to try various positions before you find the most effective posit...

Page 24: ...houlder and leg use the other two pads either on the opposite limb or place all four pads on the same limb in a square pattern with each pad being about 4 inches apart Low Back Neck and Shoulder Sciat...

Page 25: ...ttaching or removing pads Use 50x50mm square electrode pads for all areas except the face where smaller 25mm diameter electrodes may be necessary When exercising smaller muscles take care to adjust th...

Page 26: ...rect stimulation The stomach contains several different individual muscles The central stomach muscle is responsible for giving you a slim stomach and a good upper body posture Bottom The bottom is eq...

Page 27: ...ENS 2 can be used to carry out muscle training In this case too it is all about stimulation of the circulation of blood You have the option of treating the front side or the reverse side of both upper...

Page 28: ...ually a lack of trained muscles in the legs which disturbs us most particularly in conjunction with areas of cellulite in the thigh area Targeted muscle training for the front and back of the thigh an...

Page 29: ...dache Shoulders Circulation Swollen Legs Program 8 Poor return of blood to the heart is a common problem leading to swollen legs and varicose veins This program supports what is known as the venous pu...

Page 30: ...a few hours In very hot weather the gel on the pads may become soft In such cases place the pads still on their plastic liners and in their bag into a fridge until they return to their normal conditio...

Page 31: ...f involuntary muscle movements Do not use to mask or relieve undiagnosed pain This may delay diagnosis of progressive condition Do not use if you have cognitive disabilities i e Alzheimer s disease or...

Page 32: ...TENS 2 is capable of delivering outputs in excess of 10 mA RMS or 10 V averaged over any period of 1 s Caution Not suitable for children under 5 years of age Long cord risk of strangulation in infants...

Page 33: ...n those recommended by the manufacturer Performance may vary from specification and will invalidate the warranty Keep the unit away from sources of high magnetic fields such as TV s microwave ovens an...

Page 34: ...is unlikely to be used for a long period Warning Use only the power adaptor and charging cradle supplied Use of other chargers could be hazardous and will negate the warranty To charge the battery St...

Page 35: ...the date of purchase If a fault develops return the unit to TensCare at the address below together with a copy of your invoice and details of the problem The guarantee does not cover the batteries ele...

Page 36: ...address and contact telephone number so that you can be contacted and informed about any problem and any costs involved 17 DISPOSAL OF WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS WEEE One of the provisio...

Page 37: ...10 120 Hz 50 350 uS Dimensions 115x56x23mm Weight 90gm without battery guess Power supply BL 6F Li Ion battery 3 7V 1100mAh Mains adaptor with charging cradle Input 110 240V Output 4 2V DC500mA Safety...

Page 38: ...can be safely exposed Humidity Limitation indicates the humidity limits to which the medical device can be safely exposed Atmospheric Pressure Limitation indicates the atmospheric limits to which the...

Page 39: ...walkie talkies can affect this equipment and should be kept at least a distance d 3 3 m away from the equipment Note As indicated in Table 6 of IEC 60601 1 2 2007 for ME EQUIPMENT a typical cell phone...

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Page 44: ...Distributed by Manufactured by TensCare Ltd 9 Blenheim Road Longmead Business Park Epsom Surrey KT19 9BE UK Tel 44 0 1372 723434 Email ask tenscare co uk www tenscare co uk Pub Ref I ST2 UK Rev 3 7 6...

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