User's Manual

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13. Do not service or perform any maintenance on device while in
use.
14. Do not apply the treatment continuously more than one full cycle
at a time (20 minutes for NMES treatment). Allow a minimum of
three hours rest in between each treatment.
3. 5 P RE CA UTI ON S
1. Safety of powered muscle stimulators for use during pregnancy
has not been established.
2. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed
heart problems.
3. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed
epilepsy.
4. Caution should be used in the presence of the following:
a- When there is a tendency to hemorrhage following acute
trauma or fracture;
b- Following recent surgical procedures when muscle
contraction may disrupt the healing process;
c- Over the menstruating or pregnant uterus; and
d- Over areas of the skin which lack normal sensation.
5. 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.
6. Electrode placement and stimulation settings should be based on
the guidance of the prescribing practitioner.
7. Powered muscle stimulators should be kept out of the reach of
children.
8. Powered muscle stimulators should be used only with the leads
and electrodes recommended for use by the manufacturer.
9. Portable powered muscle stimulators such as e-vive™ device
should not be used while driving, operating machinery, or during
any activity in which involuntary muscle contractions may put
the user at undue risk of injury.
10. Inspect electrodes before each use. Replace electrodes when
they begin to deteriorate or lose adhesion. Poor contact
between the electrodes and the patient’s skin increases the risk
of skin irritation or burns. Electrodes will last longer if used and
stored according to instructions on electrode packaging. Attach