Suggested Electrode
Placement Chart
The sticky electrode pads need to
be placed in the correct position
for maximum pain relief. It is pref-
erable to obtain assistance from
either your birthing partner or
medical adviser when positioning
the pads. Please read the following
instructions carefully:
1.
Ensure unit remains switched
off. Carefully peel the pads from
the plastic backing using your
forefinger and thumb. Do not pull
on the lead wires.
2.
Position the top two pads
(connected to the left socket CH1)
approximately 4cm either side of
the spine and 4-5cm above the
imaginary navel line as seen in the
diagram.
3.
Position the bottom two pads
(connected to the right socket
CH2) approximately 4cm either
side of the spine and 4-5cm below
the imaginary navel line as seen in
the diagram.
Reference: Cluett E. (1994) SRN
RM ADM PGCEA. Analgesia in
Labour: A review of the TENS
method. Professional Care of
Mother and Child. Mar;4 (2): 50-2.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q When shall I start using my
Elle TENS?
A Use as early as you can after
the onset of labour to allow
time for your body’s pain-
killing chemicals to rise.
Q Can I try the Elle TENS before
going into labour?
A Yes, place 2 pads attached
to one leadwire on your
forearm to feel the different
pulse sensations following the
instructions on page 6.
Q Can I combine the Elle TENS
with other medication?
A Yes, you can still use analgesics
such as gas and air (entinox) or
pethidine.
Q Can the Elle TENS be used
in hospital?
A Yes. However, a midwife
may ask you to switch it off
temporarily.
Q Can I use the Elle TENS if I am
considering a water birth?
A Yes, but not in the water itself.
Troubleshooting Questions
Q Why does the stimulation
not appear to be as strong
after you have used the Elle
TENS for a while?
A Increase the intensity, you may
have become used to a lower
setting.
Q Why does the stimulation
feel strong but ineffective?
A You may need to reposition the
electrode pads. Switch the unit
off, and then try the unit again.
Q Why does the stimulation
not feel sufficiently strong
even on a high setting?
A The batteries may need
replacing.
Q What do I do if there is no
stimulation, intermittent
stimulation, or weak
stimulation felt even with
a new battery?
A Check electrode contact. Check
leads. Check batteries. Phone
Babycare TENS on
0333 121 9737.
Using Your Elle TENS
a)
You are now ready to start
using your Elle TENS. Switch
the unit on by pressing the
on/off button. Ensure that the
‘boost’ button located at the
top right of the unit is NOT
pressed in. The Elle TENS
will always start up in
BURST 1 mode.
b)
Begin by pressing the
CH1+ key. Each time you press
this key, a small ‘half-moon’
shape will appear on the
screen increasing in number
and size as the intensity is
increased. You will begin to feel
a pulsating sensation which will
burst in time with the small
arrow flashing on the screen.
Ensure that you increase
the intensity slowly.
c)
Repeat the previous step with
the
CH2+ key. You will now
feel a sensation in both sets
of pads.
d) BURST 1 (use between
contractions):
This is the
first mode that you will use.
It feels like a bursting, tingling
sensation i.e. the pulses are
off and on periodically. This
mode will help to promote
those all-important natural
pain-killing chemicals known as
‘endorphins’ and ‘encephalins’.
e) BOOST 1 (use during
contractions):
When
experiencing a contraction,
simply press the ‘boost’ button
located at the top right of the
unit. The Elle TENS will then
switch automatically into
the BOOST 1 mode for that
extra surge of power required
to combat the pain during
contractions. This will feel like
a continuous sensation.
f)
Once the contraction has
passed, simply release the
‘boost’ button. The Elle TENS
will return to the original
BURST 1 mode. Continue this
cycle during your early stages
of labour.
Useful Information
1. Continue stimulation for as
long as necessary, unless you
experience discomfort.
2. If you stimulate for a number
of hours ensure the pads do
not become dry. If this occurs,
switch off the unit, disconnect
the electrodes, and apply a
small drop of water to them.
3. The pads can be used several
times. Replace the pads when
they stop sticking to the skin.
Replacement pads are available
from www.babycaretens.com
4. Always ensure that the unit is
switched off before you remove
all the leads and pads. Do not
pull the wires. ALWAYS remove
the jack plug from its socket
by holding the plug between
the forefinger and thumb and
pulling gently.
5. The Elle TENS can also be used
as a standard TENS unit for
relief of numerous conditions,
including after pains and post
operative pains. It is worth
bearing this in mind if you have
a caesarean section.
Please seek medical advice first.
Post-Natal Pad Placement
Diagrams
KEY:
= first pair of electrodes
= second pair of electrodes
N.B. Electrodes supplied with this
unit are all the same colour - the
black and white squares show
suggested electrode placement only.
The Mode Button
There are two modes available on
the Elle TENS, each with a Burst
and Boost function.
Mode 1 (Burst 1 and Boost 1)
,
which has been described above, is
primarily used for the earlier stages
of labour.
Mode 2 (Burst 2 and Boost 2)
can be used when your labour
advances and your contractions
become more frequent.
Press the
Mode button to
switch between modes. You will
see from the User Display, that the
number in the small circle next to
the BURST or BOOST will change
from 1 to 2 and vice-versa.
NB. Both modes are
interchangeable and can be used
according to your preference,
not necessarily for the stage of
labour you are in. Mode 2 can
be operated in the same way as
mode 1.
The Opti-max Key
This provides extra versatility
to your Elle TENS. Increasing or
decreasing the Opti-max key will
allow you to either heighten or
lessen the level of pulse power
transmitted to the electrode pads.
Pressing the
OM key either
+ or - will increase or decrease
Opti-max sensation, this is
extremely useful for the final
stages of labour when you need
an extra surge of power.
There are 5 Opti-max levels
indicated by 5 dots, enlarging in
size as the Opti-max power is
increased. The unit will always start
up at Opti-max 3, which is exactly
half way between the highest and
lowest setting.
NB. The Opti-max key can
be used according to your
preference and not necessarily
for the stage of labour you
are in.
Elle TENS Technical Data
7
10
8
11
9
12
204
2597
Cool grey 3
204
2597
Cool grey 3
Instructions
for use
1
2
2
1
Bra line
Navel line
Panty line
Lower Back Pain
Shoulder Pain and Frozen Shoulder
Outer and inner aspect of shoulder
Period Pain
Display
TN type LCD
Operation Mode
4 treatment modes:
Burst 1, Burst 2, Boost 1, Boost 2
Pulse (Hz)
Frequency
Pulse Width (µs)
Description
Burst 1
16
150*
1 Burst/sec and 8
pulses per burst
Burst 2
32
150*
2 Burst/sec and 8
pulses per burst
Boost 1
80
150*
Constant
Boost 2
100
150*
Constant
- Output Voltage: 0 – 55V zero to peak at 500
Ω
load
- Output Waveform: Symmetrical biphasic rectangular
Automatic Power Off
5 Minutes
Output Channel
Two Channel
Output Voltage
0 – 55V (zero-to-peak) across a 500
Ω
load;
adjustable in 14 steps
Output Intensity
0 – 110 mA (max.) into a 500
Ω
load
Output Waveform
Symmetrical bi-phasic rectangle
Output Jacks
CE Touch-proof jacks
Load Detector
Contact detection between the device and human skin
(This feature is activated from Level 2 and up)
Battery
2 x 1.5V AAA Battery
Battery Low Detect
2.2V ±0.2V
Tolerances
All output parameters are subjected to a ±20% tolerance
unless other specified.
Weight
75g
Size
55 x 115 x 30mm
* Default pulse width after mode changed
(pulse width is NOT changed when
switched between BURST and BOOST
mode) 5 selectable pulse widths in all
modes: 50, 100, 150, 200, 250.
Classification
This unit is fully compliant
with EEC Directive 93/42/EEC, classified
as internally powered equipment type BF.
It is intended for continuous operation.
Guarantee
Your ElleTENS machine is guaranteed for a period of 2 years against
manufacturer’s defects. Please record purchase details in the space
provided below for your record purposes. The guarantee does not
include leads, electrodes or battery. Applies to purchases only.
Date of purchase:
Invoice number:
Body Clock Health Care Ltd
108 George Lane, South Woodford,
London E18 1AD
Tel (+44) (0)20 8532 9595
Fax (+44) (0)20 8532 9551
www.babycaretens.com
e-mail [email protected]
Babycare TENS is part of the
Body Clock group of companies
This manual is recyclable
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