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EN109-1634750-40 IFU
Endomed 182 Type 2 and 3:
TENS / IFC
Protocol for the safe application of TENS / IFC
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Check contraindications with patient
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Test skin for normal sensation using blunt/sharp test
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Device should be switched off and electric leads disconnected
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Set electrical characteristics of TENS / IFC while device is switched off
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Connect electrodes to pins on lead wire and position electrodes on patient’s ski
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Ensure device is still switched off and connect the electrode wire to the device
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Switch the device on
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Gradually (slowly) increase the intensity further until the patient experiences a strong but
comfortable tingling sensation
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This intensity should not be painful or cause muscle contraction
Protocol for the safe termination of TENS / IFC
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Gradually (slowly) decrease the intensity until patient experiences no tingling sensation
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Switch the device off
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Disconnect the electrode from the device
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Disconnect electrodes from the pins on lead wire
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Remove the electrodes from the patient’s skin
Endomed 182 Type 2 and 3:
Flexible rubber electrodes
We recommend using the flexible rubber electrodes in combination with the supplied sponge pads.
When properly moistened, the sponge pads ensure low impedance between the skin and the
stimulator during treatment and they are easily cleaned afterwards. Follow the guidelines below
when using these electrodes.
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Prior to initial use thoroughly rinse the sponge pads in warm tap water to remove the
impregnating agent.
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Before application, saturate the sponge pads with tap water. Preferred is to use a saline solution
instead because of the improved electrical conduction.
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The supplied sponge pads have three layers. With AC currents, apply one sponge layer between
the skin and the electrode for minimum resistance.
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Fix the electrode/sponge pad assembly to the patient using the supplied fixation straps.
Depending on the electrode size, use two or three wraps to maximize the contact surface. See
the illustrations below.
Wrong application of fixation straps, resulting
in poor electrical conductivity.
Correct application of fixation straps, resulting in good
electrical conductivity.
