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NeuroTrac

®

 Sports Operation Manual

4

Contents 

 

 

 

 

      Page 

Unit symbols explanation   

 

 

 

2

Warnings 

 

 

 

 

 

3 

What is STIM?   

 

 

 

 

5 

Contra Indications & Precautions   

 

 

6 

Description of STIM Unit & Functions 

 

 

7 

Quick Start Instructions   

 

 

 

8 

Setting up the Customised Programme PC1, PC2 or PC3 

9 

Sports Treatment Programmes 

 

 

 

10 

Electrode Types & Tips   

 

 

 

18 

Care, Maintenance, Accessories and Disposal 

 

19 

Applications 

 

 

 

 

 

20 

Specifications   

 

 

 

 

21 

Information regarding Electromagnetic  

compatibility and interference (EMC) 

 

 

22

Troubleshooting   

 

 

 

 

25 

Warranty 

 

 

 

 

 

26 

Clinical References 

 

 

 

 

27

 

Contents

Summary of Contents for NeuroTrac Sports

Page 1: ...NeuroTrac Sports Operation Manual 1 English Operators Manual Visit our website www veritymedical co uk for detailed application protocols NeuroTrac Sports DUAL CHANNEL STIM UNIT ...

Page 2: ...r when you report a technical fault or claim a warranty return Manufacturer s serial number of the unit Present it together with LOT number when you report a technical fault or claim a warranty return Name and address of Manufacturer Date of manufacture Conformity indication with the essential health and safety requirements set out in European Directives 0120 notified body identification SGS This ...

Page 3: ...ever connect this unit directly to a battery charger or to any other mains powered equipment We advise not to use Ni Cad rechargeable batteries Patient Electrodes including all skin surface electrodes vaginal and rectal probes are for single patient use only Keep out of reach of children Do not use stimulation on your facial area unless you are under strict guidance from a qualified clinician Appl...

Page 4: ...unctions 7 Quick Start Instructions 8 Setting up the Customised Programme PC1 PC2 or PC3 9 Sports Treatment Programmes 10 Electrode Types Tips 18 Care Maintenance Accessories and Disposal 19 Applications 20 Specifications 21 Information regarding Electromagnetic compatibility and interference EMC 22 Troubleshooting 25 Warranty 26 Clinical References 27 Contents ...

Page 5: ...e NeuroTrac Sports is a dual channel device combining several treat ment programmes into one unit Neuromuscular Stimulation is increasingly understood by Therapists and Doctors There is a better understanding of the mechanisms which exist between nerves and muscles that makes it possible to stimulate the neuromuscular system with precise electrical signals The Sports offers precision giving full c...

Page 6: ...physical competence who cannot handle the device properly On anaesthetised or desensitised skin When driving a vehicle or operating potentially dangerous equipment Do not place electrodes Over carotid sinus nerves Over larynx or trachea Inside mouth Over the area of the heart unless so advised by your Doctor On your facial area unless under strict guidance from a qualified Clinician The patient sh...

Page 7: ...rogrammes ESC button Stores customised programme and returns to the home position Description of STIM Unit Functions LCD Display Channel A Channel B Concealed button locks the selected programme and records the patient s home compliance Use a metal pin of the lead wire to press the concealed button located in the battery compartment Lock Button SET to go to Custom programme settings ESC to stop pr...

Page 8: ... A concealed Lock button is included in the NeuroTrac Sports which allows the clinician to accurately monitor Home Compliance of the patent between appointments It also locks the customised or built in programmes To Lock the Unit 1 Select the built in or customised programme required In the case of a customised programme make sure that the pulse width frequency time etc are set up correctly 2 Remo...

Page 9: ... again and the RST Rest symbol will flash on off then press the or button to adjust the rest period 2 99 seconds 6 Press the SET button again and the RMP Ramp up symbol will flash on off then press the or button to adjust the ramp up period from 0 1 9 9 seconds 7 Press the SET button again and ALT Alternating or SYN Synchronous symbol will flash on off then press the or button to select ALT or SYN...

Page 10: ...ivates the metabolism increases the muscles temperature and oxygenates the muscle by speeding up blood blow Programme P02 Capillary Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 Phase time min 20 Mode Cont Frequency work Hz 10 Frequency rest Hz Pulse duration µS 250 Modulation time secs Ramp up time secs Ramp down time secs Work time secs Rest time secs Alternating Synchronous Overall time 20 min Develo...

Page 11: ... twitch fibre white muscle Programme P04 Resistance force output 1 Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 Phase time min 5 12 7 10 16 Mode Cont W R Cont W R Cont Frequency work Hz 5 50 5 50 5 Frequency rest Hz 5 5 Pulse duration µS 300 300 300 300 300 Modulation time secs Ramp up time secs 2 2 Ramp down time secs 2 2 Work time secs 8 8 Rest time secs 8 8 Alternating Synchronous Overall time 50 mi...

Page 12: ...scle force over a long period of time Improving the efficacy of the oxygen consumption at the muscle level and the capacity to with stand toxin accretion such as lactic acid For sports activities that require very high levels of prolonged muscle activity Rowing Cycling Middle Distance Running Programme P06 Resistance force output 3 Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 Phase time min 5 10 10 12 ...

Page 13: ...Used in sports such as Weight Lifting Judo Ball Games Sprint Running and Cycling Programme P08 Explosive force output Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 Phase time min 5 15 15 Mode Cont W R Cont Frequency work Hz 5 90 10 Frequency rest Hz 3 Pulse duration µS 300 250 250 Modulation time secs Ramp up time secs 2 Ramp down time secs 1 5 Work time secs 6 Rest time secs 6 Alternating Synchronous O...

Page 14: ...m of the lipocytes To help stimulate the subcutaneous deposits of fat To assist reduce or eliminate the Orange Peel effect on the skin surface Programme P10 Muscle at Rest Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 Phase time min 20 20 10 Mode MF MF W R Frequency work Hz 2 5 5 10 10 Frequency rest Hz 3 Pulse duration µS 150 250 150 250 200 Modulation time secs 10 10 Ramp up time secs 2 Ramp down time...

Page 15: ...time 30 min To increase muscle bulk and volume and to improve muscle force Searching for muscular hypertrophy Programme P12 Active Recovery Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 Phase time min 10 25 Mode Cont Cont Frequency work Hz 2 2 10 Frequency rest Hz Pulse duration µS 250 150 250 Modulation time secs 10 Ramp up time secs Ramp down time secs Work time secs Rest time secs Alternating Synchro...

Page 16: ... fibres to build muscle strength to help reduce muscle atrophy ready for resuming training activities Used for all type of sports Programme P14 Muscle Toning Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 Phase time min 5 3 3 2 2 Mode Cont W R W R W R W R Frequency work Hz 5 75 50 75 50 Frequency rest Hz 3 3 3 3 Pulse duration µS 250 250 300 300 250 Modulation time secs Ramp up time secs 3 2 3 2 Ramp dow...

Page 17: ...le Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 Phase time min 25 20 10 Mode Cont Cont W R Frequency work Hz 2 10 5 15 10 Frequency rest Hz 3 Pulse duration µS 150 250 150 250 150 Modulation time secs 10 10 Ramp up time secs 2 Ramp down time secs 2 Work time secs 10 Rest time secs 10 Alternating Synchronous Overall time 55 min Relaxing the muscles as much as possible and to promote the bodies natural e...

Page 18: ... try cleansing the skin with a swab impregnated with alcohol Clip away hairy skin using a scissors don t use a razor to remove the hairs The electrodes conductive material is water based If it becomes saturated e g from perspiration it will lose its adhesive qualities After use leave the electrodes face up overnight to dry out replace on plastic film in the morning At some point the electrodes wil...

Page 19: ...iodically for any discharge from the battery Remove battery completely from unit if not in use for any extended period of time typically one week Low battery indicator of 6 9 volts shown on LCD display when flashing change battery for a new one Preferably use a PP3 alkaline battery Battery disposal please return to the supplier from whom you ve purchased it Lead Wires The lead wires should be hand...

Page 20: ...place electrodes onto plastic film after use If they drop onto the floor debris will adhere to conductive gel rendering the electrodes ineffective Electrode life can be considerably reduced by The type and condition of the skin Deep seated moisturisers or make up For the Best Results Before each use cleanse the skin After each use stick the pads on the shiny insert card and store in a cool and dry...

Page 21: ...nute to 90 minutes 8 Ramp up time 0 3 9 9 seconds 9 Battery PP3 Alkaline 9V Expected average battery life of standard 800 mAh alkaline 26 hours 10 Low Battery Indicator If the battery goes below 6 9 volts 0 2 volts the battery symbol will flash on off once every second 11 If the battery voltage is below 6 6 0 2 volts the unit will not turn on 12 Open Electrode Detect If an open circuit is detected...

Page 22: ...y interference in nearby electronic equipment RF emission CISPR 11 Class B The NeuroTrac product is suitable for use in all establishments including domestic es tablishments and those directly connected to the public low voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes Harmonic emissions IEC 61000 3 2 Not applicable Voltage fluctuations flicker emissions IEC 61000 3 ...

Page 23: ...nce in meters m Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters as determined by an electromagnetic site survey a should be less than the compli ance level in each frequency range b Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with the following symbol NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the higher frequency range applies NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations Electromagnetic pr...

Page 24: ...power of transmitter W Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter 150 kHz to 80 MHz d 1 2 P 80 MHz to 800 MHz d 1 2 P 800 MHz to 2 5 GHz d 2 3 P 0 01 0 12 0 12 0 23 0 1 0 38 0 38 0 73 1 1 2 1 2 2 3 10 3 8 3 8 7 3 100 12 12 23 For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above the recommended separation distance d in meters m can be estimated using the equation applica...

Page 25: ...tablished Reasons for no connection if you use surface skin electrodes Check if both electrodes are connected to the same dual conductor lead wire one electrode to the black connector and another to red connector Check if both electrodes are making a sticky contact on your skin some electrode edges could not be stuck due to electrode wear tear but the electrode should be sticking with at least 80 ...

Page 26: ...or tampering with the unit or normal wear and tear Any evidence of tampering will nullify this war ranty Customer Service Please contact your distributor for any customer service enquiries including the warranty returns Your invoice of purchase and or the rear cover of this manual should state the name and the contact details of your distributor For assistance if needed in setting up using or main...

Page 27: ...cet 1 Oct Jansen J K S Lomo T Nirolaysen K 1973 Hyperinnevation of skeletal muscle fibre Dependence on muscle activity Science 181 559 56 1 McMiken D Martin Todd Smith Colin T Strengthening of human quad riceps muscles by cutaneous electrical stimulation Scandinavian Journal of Rehabilitation on Medicine IS 1 25 8 1983 Standish WD Valiant GA et al The effects of electrical stimulation of normal qu...

Page 28: ...NeuroTrac Sports Operation Manual 28 Revised Issue Date 05 03 2013 Document Number ECS401A OM EN15 Sports Not for sale or use in the USA Distributor ...

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