Beurer EM 38 Instrucciones Para El Uso página 19

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For hygienic reasons, the belt may be
used by one person only.
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Ensure that during stimulation, no metal-
lic objects can contact the electrodes, as
otherwise localised burns can occur.
The unit must not be used in the follow-
ing situations:
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In the head area: Here, it can trigger
cramping.
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In the neck/carotid artery area: Here, it
can trigger cardiac arrest.
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In the throat and larynx area: Here, it can
trigger muscle cramps that can cause
suffocation.
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In the ribcage area: Here, it can increase
the risk of ventricular fibrillation and cau-
se cardiac arrest.
Safety precautions
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Do not use the unit in close proximity to
shortwave or microwave units (e.g. cell
phones), as these can cause fluctuations
of the initial values of the unit.
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Do not use while sleeping, driving a mo-
tor vehicle or simultaneously operating
machinery.
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Never immerse the unit in water or other
liquids.
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Do not use in close proximity to highly
inflammable materials, gases or explo-
sives.
Consult a doctor before use in
the following situations:
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Acute diseases, particularly in case of
suspected or known blood coagulation
disorders, susceptibility to thromboembo-
litic disease or malignant growths.
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If you have diabetes or other diseases.
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Chronic pain conditions that have not
been clarified, regardless of the region of
the body.
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Any sensitivity disorders with reduced
sensation of pain (such as metabolic di-
sorders).
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Simultaneously carried out medical
treatments.
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Discomfort experienced as a result of the
stimulation treatment.
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Persistent skin irritation under the elec-
trodes.
Warning
Using the unit is not a substitute for con-
sultation or treatment from a physician.
Whenever you have any pain or illness,
always contact your physician first.
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