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Rev. E, Mar. 3, 2015
Warnings and Precautions
Contraindications
Do not use this device if you have a cardiac pacemaker, implanted
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defibrillator, or other implanted metallic or electronic device. Such use
could cause electric shock, burns, electrical interference, or death
Warnings
If you are in the care of a physician, consult with your physician before
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using this device;
If you have had medical or physical treatment for your pain, consult with
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your physician before using this device;
If your pain does not improve, becomes more than mild, or continues
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for more than five days, stop using the device and consult with your
physician;
Do not apply stimulation over your neck because this could cause severe
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muscle spasms resulting in closure of your airway, difficulty in breathing,
or adverse effects on heart rhythm or blood pressure;
Do not apply stimulation across your chest because the introduction of
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electrical current into the chest may cause rhythm disturbances to your
heart, which could be lethal;
Do not apply stimulation over open wounds or rashes, or over swollen,
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red, infected, or inflamed areas or skin eruptions (e.g., phlebitis,
thrombophlebitis, varicose veins);
Do not apply stimulation over, or in proximity to, cancerous lesions;
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Do not apply stimulation in the presence of electronic monitoring
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equipment (e.g., cardiac monitors, ECG alarms), which may not operate
properly when the electrical stimulation device is in use;
Do not apply stimulation when in the bath or shower;
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Do not apply stimulation while sleeping;
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Do not apply stimulation while driving, operating machinery, or during
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