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EMS CAUTIONS
1. Safety of powered muscle stimulators for use during pregnancy has not been
established.
2. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed heart problems.
3. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed epilepsy.
4. Caution should be used in the presence of the following:
a. When there is a tendency to hemorrhage following acute trauma or fracture;
b. Following recent surgical procedures when muscle contraction may disrupt the healing
process;
c. Over the menstruating or pregnant uterus; and
d. Over areas of the skin which lack normal sensation.
5. Some patients may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the electrical
stimulation or electrical conductive medium. The irritation can usually be reduced by
using an alternate conductive medium, or alternate electrode placement.
6. Electrode placement and stimulation settings should be based on the guidance of the
prescribing practitioner.
7. Powered muscle stimulators should be kept out of the reach of children.
8. Powered muscle stimulators should be used only with the leads and electrodes
recommended for use by the manufacturer.
9 Driving, operating machinery, or during any activity in which involuntary muscle
contractions may put the user at undue risk of injury.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Electrical stimulators should not be used on patients with cardiac demand pacemakers.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
Skin irritation beneath the electrodes have been reported with the use of electrical
stimulators. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult your medical professional.
Sensitive skin electrodes are available which elminate skin irritations..
