TensCare Perfect PFE, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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14.2. HOW TO INSERT THE
ANAL PROBE
1) Before using perfect PFE you will
need to visit the toilet.
2) Lubricate the metal electrode
surfaces and probe tip with a water-
based lubricant, such as TensCare
Go Gel or water.
Caution: Do not use a silicone
based lubricant on the
stimulation contacts as it may
decrease the effectiveness of the
perfect PFE
’s muscle stimulation.
3) Choose a comfortable position, such
as lying down on your bed on your
side with your knees raised.
Warning: Ensure the perfect
PFE is switched OFF before
inserting the probe.
4) After wires are securely connected,
insert the probe into the anus whilst
‘bearing down’ (as in the action of
passing stool) to a comfortable limit
until the base of the flange on the
probe touches the anus. The metal
parts conduct the electrical pulse
and should be in contact with the
main part of the muscle at all times.
The tissues close to the entrance are
more sensitive, so you should avoid
stimulating them. It is recommended
that the probe is inserted past the
sphincter muscles of the anus,
unless directed otherwise by a
healthcare professional.
5) Anal probes with long electrodes (the
metal part) that run up and down the
length of the attachment should
always be inserted with the metal
parts facing hip-to-hip. Anal probes
with circular electrodes (the metal
part) should be inserted simply to the
desired depth.
Note: Sometimes the wearing
of tight fitting undergarments or
a tight pair of jeans will help to
keep the probe in place and maintain
correct contact during the programme.
For Faecal incontinence, the aim is to
stimulate the external sphincter and/or
pubo-rectal
muscle, so circular
electrodes should be placed so that the
external ring is just inside the sphincter.
For Urinary Stress incontinence, the
aim is to stimulate the levator muscles
and the probe should be inserted
deeper.
15. CLEANING
It is important that the probe is cleaned
after each use. Clean with either an
alcohol-free antibacterial wipe such as
TensCare Wipes (see
X-WIPES ) or by
wiping with warm soapy water. Rinse
and dry thoroughly and return the unit
to the storage pouch. Do not immerse
the probe in a liquid.
Clean the case of the unit and lead wire
at least once a week using the same
method.
•
Do not immerse your perfect PFE
unit in water.
•
Do not use any other cleaning
solution.