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Principles
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Principles
2.1
Physical principles
The D-ACTOR
®
200 is a compressed air–operated ballistic pulse generator. The pulses
in the D-ACTOR
®
200 are generated with a precision ballistic mechanism in the
handpiece. A projectile is accelerated by compressed air. The motion and weight of
the projectile produce kinetic energy. When the projectile impacts against an im-
movable surface, the transmitter, this kinetic energy is converted into sound energy.
This acoustic pulse is transmitted into the tissue to be treated either directly or via an
acoustic impedance adapter with the help of a gel.
The D-ACTOR
®
200 in combination with VACU-ACTOR is a supplement to the treat-
ment with D-ACTOR and V-ACTOR. Thereby tissue will be treated by means of a
suction cup in pulsating vibrations. Either it will be changed between vacuum (feel
stretching of the tissue) and pressure (expansion pressure) or between vacuum (feel
stretching of the tissue) and a short vent (athmospheric pressure). This function is
realized by a high-performance compressor.
2.1.1
Indications
The D-ACTOR 200 is designed for pulse activation treatment (PAT) intended to relieve
minor muscle aches and pains.
2.1.2
Contraindications
CAUTION!
No claims are made regarding the completeness or unlimited validity
of this list of contraindications.
Treatment with the STORZ MEDICAL D-ACTOR
®
200 is not permitted in the following
cases:
– Coagulation disorders (haemophilia)
– Use of anticoagulants, especially Marcumar
– Thrombosis
– Pregnancy
–
Cortisone therapy up to 6 weeks before first treatment
CAUTION!
Pulses must not be applied to target areas located above air filled
tissue (lungs), nor to any regions near large nerves, vessels, the spi-
nal column or head (apart from the face).
