TensCare Sonic Stim + Instrucciones De Uso página 9

• Do not use sharp objects such as pencil point or ballpoint pen to operate
the buttons on the control panel.
• Handle the ultrasound applicator with care. Inappropriate handling of
the Ultrasound applicator may adversely affect its characteristics.
• Before each use, inspect the Ultrasound Applicator for cracks to avoid
the ingress of conductive fluid.
• Inspect Applicator cables and associated connectors before each use.
• The ultrasound therapy control unit is not designed to prevent the ingress
of water or liquids. Ingress of water or liquids may cause malfunction of
internal components of the device and therefore create risk of injury to
the patient.
Caution should be used:
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with patients suspected or diagnosed with epilepsy.
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with patients suspected or diagnosed with heart problems.
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• Caution should be used in the presence of the following:
When there is a tendency to haemorrhage following acute trauma
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or fracture.
Following recent surgical procedures when muscle contraction may
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disrupt the healing process.
Over the menstruating or pregnant uterus.
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Over areas of the skin which lack normal sensation.
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• Some patients may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the
• electrical stimulation or electrical conductive medium. The irritation can
usually be reduced by using an alternate conductive medium or
alternate electrode placement.
• Electrode placement and stimulation settings should be based on the
guidance of the prescribing practitioner.
• Never apply electrodes over irritated or broken skin.
• The device should be kept out of the reach of children.
• The device should be used only with the leads and electrodes
recommended for use by the manufacturer.
• Do not use in the bath or shower. The device should not be submerged
in water or other liquids as this will possibly damage the device and startle
the patient.
• The use of heat and cold producing devices, such as electric heating
blankets, heating pads or ice packs, may impair the performance of the
electrodes or alter the patient's circulation and increase the risk of injury
to the patient.
• The Sonic Stim + should not be used while driving, operating machinery,
or during any activity in which involuntary muscle contractions may put
the user at undue risk for injury.
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