Use caution if stimulation is applied over the menstruating or pregnant uterus;
Use caution if stimulation is applied over areas of skin that lack normal sensation.
Isolated cases of skin rash may occur at the site of electrode placement following
long-term applications. The irritation may be reduced by use of an alternate conduc-
tive medium or an alternative electrode placement.
See also chapter 3, Precautionary Instructions, for general Warnings and Precautions.
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Patients may experience skin irritation and burns beneath the stimulation electrodes
applied to the skin;
Patients may experience headache and other painful sensations during or following
the application of electrical stimulation near the eyes and to the head and face;
Patients should stop using the device and should consult with their physicians if they
experience adverse reactions from the device.
Relaxation of muscle spasms
Prevention or retardation of disuse atrophy
Increasing local blood circulation
Muscle re-education
Immediate post-surgical stimulation of calf muscles to prevent venous thrombosis
Maintaining or increasing range of motion
increasing the stimulated muscle’s strength
increasing the stimulated muscle’s resistance to fatigue
Dysphagia
4.1.1.5 Adverse Effects Pain Management
Add:
4.1.2 Muscle Stimulation
4.1.2.1 Indications Muscle Stimulation
4.1.1.6 Current Waveforms Pain Management
For pain management the following current waveforms are recommended 4.1.3.1, 4.1.3.2,
4.1.3.3, 4.1.3.5, 4.1.3.6, 4.1.3.7, 4.1.3.9, 4.1.3.10.
Rehab-Series
