schwa-medico TENS eco 2, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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by stimulating peripheral motor nerves reached via skin electrodes. Indications for
treatment with TENS eco 2 include situations in which muscle inactivity, such as illness,
pain or immobilization, threatens or has caused the wasting of muscles and their
attached organs. Muscle stimulation also enhances blood circulation and metabolism
in the stimulated areas. Treatment with TENS eco 2 can be carried out several times a
day. Treatment with TENS eco 2 can be carried out by all persons who are mentally and
physically capable of placing the electrodes and adjusting the intensity, or who are
capable of expressing pain or wishes regarding treatment modifications or treatment
termination and persons capable of taking into account the contraindications.
The product can also be used by non-experts. However, they must have read and
understood the instructions for use, especially the chapters „Contraindications“,
„Contraindication TENS (low-frequency electrostimulation) for pregnant women“
and „Safety Instructions / Warnings“ before the first use. If anything is unclear, it is
imperative that you contact a healthcare professional (or the manufacturer). If the
product is prescribed by a physician, instruction of the user/patient is absolutely
necessary before the first application.
Pain can indicate serious disorders in the body and must be examined by a physician.
Even if the application of TENStem eco basic is successful and leads to a significant pain
relief, this is not to be equated with a cure of the cause of pain.
Contraindications
In which cases shall a patient not use the device – or if – only with consultation of
a medical practitioner?
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Patients with implanted electronic devices (pace maker, pumps etc.)
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Patients with cardiac dysrhythmia
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Patients with seizure disorder (epilepsy)
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Patients with skin irritations in the area of the electrode application
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Patients with malignant diseases (tumours) in the area of the application
Contraindications TENS/EMS in pregnancy
In addition to the general contraindications of TENS/EMS applies:
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The use of TENS during pregnancy should always be coordinated with the attending
physician and the midwife, taking into account the benefits and the risks.
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Patients who have experienced miscarriage or preterm delivery, should not use TENS
during pregnancy.
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Patients with preterm labour should not use TENS during pregnancy.
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TENS should not be used during the first three months of pregnancy or only after a careful
risk assessment. In particular, stimulation in the area of the uterus should be avoided.
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From the 4th month of pregnancy onwards TENS should not be applied near the uterus.
This applies to all electrode placements in the area of the abdomen, pelvis and lower
back.
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The use of TENS is permissible during childbirth.