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Your physician or licensed practitioner should decide which type of electrode is best
for your condition. Follow application procedures outlined in electrode packaging to
maintain stimulation and prevent skin irritation. The packaging will provide instructions
for care, maintenance and proper storage of the electrodes.
Be sure to use the electrodes provided by BodyMed
®
and/or similar FDA legally
marketed electrodes that are the same size, or larger than, the electrodes that are
provided with this BodyMed
®
TENS unit.
Electrode Selection and Care
Connecting the Device
IMPORTANT:
Be sure both Amplitude Control knobs for Channel 1 and 2 are turned to the
OFF position before connecting the device.
1. Prepare the Skin: Always clean the electrode site with mild soap and water, rinse
well and blot dry thoroughly. Any excess hair should be clipped (not shaved) to
ensure good electrode contact with the skin. You may choose to use a skin treatment
or preparation that is recommended by your physician or licensed practitioner.
This will reduce the chance of skin irritation and extend the life of the electrodes.
2. Connect the lead wires to the electrodes before applying the electrodes to the skin.
3. Place the electrodes on the skin as recommended by your physician or licensed
practitioner. Avoid excessive stretching of the skin when applying electrodes. This is
best accomplished by applying the electrode and smoothly pressing it in place from
the center outward.
4. Insert lead wire connector to device: Plug end of lead wire into the channel output
receptacle to be used, pushing plug in as far as it will go.
5. Select treatment settings: Check that the unit is set to the proper settings as
recommended by your physician or licensed practitioner.
