Indications / Contraindications
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Indications
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For relief of minor muscle aches and pains and for temporary increase in
local blood circulation.
Contraindications
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vascular diseases present in or near the treatment area
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local infections in the treatment area
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around malignant or benign tumours
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directly on cartilage surfaces or near the small facet joints of the spinal
column
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directly over implanted electronic devices such as pacemakers, analgesic
pumps, etc.
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in areas, in which mechanical energy in the form of vibrations may lead to
tissue damage such as metal implants after a fracture
In general we advise against treatments
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if blood clotting disorders are present or the patient is receiving treatment that
results in a change in the blood clotting behaviour
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during pregnancy
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on patients with neurological diseases resulting in impairment of the
vasomotor function in the treatment area
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over air-filled cavities such as treatment on the thoracic spine, etc.
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on children, particularly around the epiphyseal plates
Care is required for patients
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with impaired sensibility
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with severe autonomic disorders
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under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol
as circulatory stresses and inadequate treatment responses cannot be
excluded.
