User's Manual

Additional steps can be taken to help reduce interference during in-clinic use of TENS:
• If interference is suspected during in-clinic use, turn off the TENS unit.
• Do not change TENS settings until you have verified that the new settings do not interfere with pulse
generator function.
If TENS is medically necessary outside the clinical setting (at-home use), provide patients with the following
instructions:
• Do not change the TENS settings or electrode positions unless instructed to do so.
• End each TENS session by turning off the unit before removing the electrodes.
• If the patient receives a shock during TENS use, or if they experience symptoms of lightheadedness,
dizziness, or loss of consciousness, they should turn off the TENS unit and contact their physician.
Follow these steps to use the PRM to evaluate pulse generator function during TENS use:
1. Program the pulse generator Tachy Mode to Monitor Only.
2. Observe real-time EGMs a t prescribed TENS output settings, noting when appropriate sensing or
interference occurs.
NOTE: Patient triggered monitoring may be used as an additional method to confirm device function during
TENS use.
3. When finished, turn off the TENS unit and reprogram the Tachy Mode to Monitor + Therapy.
You should also perform a thorough follow-up evaluation of the pulse generator following TENS, to ensure that
device function has not been compromised ("Post-Therapy Pulse Generator Follow Up" on page 19).
For additional information, contact Boston Scientific using the information on the back cover.
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