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Use of the Adhesive Gel Pads
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Always wash the area of your body where you intend to use the adhesive gel pads.
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Pull the pads off the vinyl cover by gripping the pads and not the wire.
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Place the pads on enclosed plastic pad holder, one on each side.
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When ready to use, place the pads securely on the skin.
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When not in use, store pads on protective pad holder, one on each side.
The pads purchased through Pain Relief Essentials are manufactured with stringent
controls and offer superior quality and better electrical dispersal compared to cheaper
pads. Replacement pads for any kind of electrical muscle stimulator will last for 1-2
months. The effectiveness of the unit diminishes when the pads start to wear. It is not the
adhesive part as much as the transfer of electricity through the pad. This is where the
quality of pad plays a large role. Pads with low quality gel will change the effectiveness
of the device very quickly, sometimes within the first couple of uses. We recommend
changing the good quality pads every 2 months, and changing lower quality pads every
10-20 days. Pads are moisture sensitive so for a longer effective life wipe them off after
every use with “wet ones”, a moist toilette available in individual packets or in containers
of up 100 toilettes.
Pads are intended for single patient use.
Instructions for use:
1.
Clean and dry application area. Apply electrodes to unbroken skin only.
2.
Open and save pouch. Remove electrodes from package. Peel electrodes away
from release sheet by lifting the edge of the electrode, not by pulling the wires.
3.
If electrode seems dry, add a few drops water to moisten gel and wait a few
minutes to allow water to re-hydrate the gel
4.
Place electrodes on treatment area
5.
Apply finger pressure to electrode edge and press entire electrode to assure
adequate contact with skin.
6.
Wipe off electrode with a non-alcohol wipe- baby wipe or wet one.
Note:
The life of an electrode varies depending on skin condition and care, skin preparation,
type of stimulation, storage and climate. Your electrodes need to be replaced when
you notice any change in effectiveness of your unit or any change in the way the
stimulation feels. This happens as body oils and skin cells work their way into the gel.
Waiting too long to replace your electrodes will reduce the effectiveness of your unit.
Rhythm Touch pads should only be applied to normal, intact, clean skin. make
sure you drink lots of water when using Rhythm Touch for extended time periods.
Rhythm Touch replacement pads and cords may be ordered direct from Pain Relief
Essential
