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Contents

Introduction To Patient and Professional

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What is Tens and How Does it Work?..................2

Accessories..........................................................3

How to Place Electrodes......................................4

Lead Wires ..........................................................4

Controls on the Flexi TENS

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Additional Functions............................................5

User Display ........................................................5

The Assembly Stage ............................................6

Using your Flexi TENS

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Contraindications ................................................8

Warnings..............................................................8

Precautions..........................................................8

Adverse Reactions ..............................................8

Maintenance and Care

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General Precautions: ..........................................9

Checking System Performance: ..........................9

Device Failures ....................................................9

TENS Frequently Asked Questions....................10

Technical Data

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Guarantee ..........................................................14

Introduction to Patient and
Professional

The Body Clock Flexi TENS is designed for
the treatment of symptomatic relief and
management of chronic intractable pain
and/or as an adjunctive treatment in the
management of post-surgical and post-
traumatic acute pain.

The instructions in this manual are
designed to cover most operational issues.
However if you have any questions about
your particular condition or if problems
arise, please seek advice from your
physician or therapist.

What is TENS and how
does it work?

TENS stands for Transcutaneous Electrical
Nerve Stimulation.

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Summary of Contents for Flexi TENS

Page 1: ... TENS Instructions for use Caution Federal Law restricts this device to sale or use by or on the order of a practitioner so licensed by the State TM Flexi TENS Inst US 2009 qx7 Layout 1 10 6 09 11 09 Page 1 ...

Page 2: ... a drug free method of pain relief with no known side effects It can also be used in conjunction with any additional medication if required Explanation of Symbols on Unit Equipment providing a particular degree of protection against electric shock particularly regarding allowable leakage currents having an F type floating applied part Warning refer to accompanying documents i e these instructions ...

Page 3: ...ical Data 11 Guarantee 14 Introduction to Patient and Professional The Body Clock Flexi TENS is designed for the treatment of symptomatic relief and management of chronic intractable pain and or as an adjunctive treatment in the management of post surgical and post traumatic acute pain The instructions in this manual are designed to cover most operational issues However if you have any questions a...

Page 4: ...n This applies when the pulse rate is set at a higher frequency of 60 80 pulses per second or more TENS can also work by stimulating the body to release endorphins the body s own pain killing substances This applies when the Pulse Rate is set below 4 pulses per second usually at 2 pulses per second This lower frequency treatment produces slight muscle twitching tapping Patients find this treatment...

Page 5: ...rinse and dry Trim excess body hair which could interfere with smooth electrode contact with the skin but do not shave it Do not place electrodes on cut broken or irritated skin Moisturizing cream may be applied after treatment but not before Never place or remove the electrodes test or wet them while the system is turned on and connected to the electrodes Failure to comply can result in a sudden ...

Page 6: ...s the intensity of the pulses Intensity Down Decreases the intensity of the pulses Additional Functions Load Detector If an electrode becomes detached from the skin the intensity will drop back to zero Low Battery Indicator A flashing battery symbol will be shown on the display Automatic Power Off When the unit intensity levels are zero and the Flexi TENS has not been in use for about 5 minutes th...

Page 7: ... a The single leadwire can be used to treat one pain area OR b The dual leadwire can be used to treat two pain areas or a large pain area such as your back 4 Insert the plug end of the leadwire into the jack plug socket at the bottom of the Flexi TENS 5 Connect the electrodes to the pin ends of the leadwire see diagram right Insert a red and black pin at the end of the lead wire into each pair of ...

Page 8: ... To commence treatment Carefully peel the electrodes from the plastic backing using your forefinger and thumb Then position the electrodes in accordance with the instructions provided with your electrodes or preferably from your medical advisor Once the electrodes are positioned correctly switch the unit on MODE A will start to flash on the screen Select the mode that you wish to use by pressing t...

Page 9: ... supervision of a physician 4 TENS devices have no curative value 5 TENS is a symptomatic treatment and as such suppresses the sensation of pain which would otherwise serve as a protective mechanism 6 The user must keep this device out of the reach of children 7 Electronic monitoring equipment such as ECG monitors and ECG alarms may not operate properly when TENS stimulation is in use Precautions ...

Page 10: ...rce of excess heat Do not operate your unit in the presence of flammable gases Do not attempt to open the TENS unit Do not use battery or power sources other than those specified Do not drop this unit onto a hard surface Checking system performance If your unit does not appear to be operating properly first change the battery Replacing the battery can eliminate most operational problems Ensure tha...

Page 11: ... delivery note or Body Clock 108 George Lane South Woodford E18 1AD Tel 44 20 8532 9595 Fax 44 20 8532 9551 email sales bodyclock net TENS Frequently Asked Questions Q Is it safe A Yes TENS is used widely for pain relief and is recommended by medical professionals Q Can I use it with other medications A Yes TENS is drug free so you can use it with any other medication including paracetamol Q What ...

Page 12: ... Channel Output Voltage 70V adjustable in 14 steps 500Ω load peak to peak Output Intensity 0 140 mA adjustable in 14 steps 500Ω load Output Waveform Symmetrical multiphase bipolar rectangular Output Jacks CE Touch proof jacks Load Detector Contact detection between the device and human skin Battery 2 X1 5V AAA Battery Type LR6 Battery Low Detect 2 2V 0 1V Weight Size 45g 12 x 3 x 1 5cm Flexi TENS ...

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Page 15: ...nufacturer s defects Please record purchase details in the space provided below for your record purposes The guarantee does not include leads electrodes or battery Name of product Flexi TENS Date of purchase Invoice number Flexi TENS Inst US 2009 qx7 Layout 1 10 6 09 11 09 Page 15 ...

Page 16: ...London E18 1AD England Tel 44 0 20 8532 9595 Fax 44 0 20 8532 9551 www bodyclock net e mail sales bodyclock net ISO 9001 2008 ISO 13485 2003 Medical Devices Directive 93 42 EEC Annex V 0120 June 2009 3 Flexi TENS Inst US 2009 qx7 Layout 1 10 6 09 11 09 Page 16 ...

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