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WARNINGS
1. The long term effects of chronic electrical stimulation are unknown.
2. Stimulation should not be applied over the carotid sinus nerves, particularly in patients with a known
sensitivity to the carotid sinus reflex.
3. Stimulation should not be applied over the neck or mouth. Severe spasm of the laryngeal and pharyngeal
muscles may occur and the contractions may be strong enough to close the airway or cause difficulty in
breathing.
4. Stimulation should not be applied transthoracically in that the introduction of electrical current into the heart
may cause cardiac arrhythmias.
5. Stimulation should not be applied transcerebrally
6. Stimulation should not be applied over swollen, infected, inflamed areas or skin eruptions, eg, phlebitis,
thrombophlebitis, varicose veins etc.
7. Stimulation should not be applied over or in proximity to cancerous lesions.
Contraindication
Electrical stimulators should not be used on patients with cardiac demand pacemakers.
Adverse Reactions
On rare occasions skin irritation and burns beneath the electrodes have been reported with the use of electrical
stimulators. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult your Healthcare Professional.
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 in the presence of the following:
a. When there is a tendency to haemorrhage 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.
4. Some patients may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to electrical stimulation or electrical
conductive medium. Using an alternate conductive medium, or alternate electrode placement can usually
reduce the irritation.
5. Electrode placement and stimulation settings should be based on the guidance of the prescribing practitioner.
6. Powered muscle stimulators should be kept out of the reach of children.
7. Powered muscle stimulators should be used only with the leads and electrodes recommended for use by the
manufacturer.
8. Portable powered muscle stimulators should not be used while driving, operating machinery or during any
activity in which involuntary muscle contractions may put the user at undue risk of injury.
