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CHOOSING THE CORRECT PARAMETERS
IN MANUAL ADJUSTMENT MODE
Work Rest (Contraction /Relaxation) Times
When setting the work / rest times it is important that the rest time is at least
equal to the work time; for example 4 seconds on time 4 seconds off time.
For weaker muscles a larger rest time will be required for example 4 seconds on
This allows for muscle recovery and reduces muscle fatigue.
Ramp Time
The ramp time is the amount of time taken for intensity to reach its work time
phase. Typical settings would be usually 2-4 seconds ramp up time and 1-2
seconds ramp down time. For a stronger stimulation, increase ramp up time to
maximum 8 seconds.
Stimulation modes
• Continuous mode – device runs continually
• Synchronous mode – output from both channels occurs in sync
• Alternate mode – The stimulation of channel 2 will occur after the first
contraction of channel 1
Examples of treatment settings
Freq Hz Pulse Work/Rest Ramp time
width µs secs seconds
Strength training 25 - 50 200-300 6 - 6 4 up – 2 down
Endurance training 15-25 70-200 4 - 12 2 up – 1 down
Range of Motion 25-50 70-200 4 - 16 2 up – 1 down
Muscle Re-education 50 150-250 4 - 12 2 up – 1 down
Please note these are typical settings and will vary from patient to patient. Also
please take professional medical advice wherever possible.
