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1. Precautions:
Isolated cases of skin irritation may occur at the site of electrode placement
following long-term application. Effectiveness is highly dependent upon
patient selection by a person qualified in the management of pain patients.
2. Contradictions:
TENS devices can affect the operation of demand type cardiac pacemakers.
TENS is not recommended for patients with known heart disease without
physical evaluation of risk. Do not use TENS on the carotid sinus(neck)
region. Do no apply TENS for undiagnosed pain syndromes until etiology
is established. Do not stimulate on the site that may cause current to flow
transcerebrally (through the head).
3. Adverse Reactions
Possible allergic to gel, skin irritation and electrode burn are potential
adverse reactions.
4.
Read operation manual before use of TENS.
5.
We emphasize that patient with an implanted electronic device (for
example, a pacemaker) should not undergo TENS treatment without
first consulting a doctor. The same applies to patients with any metallic
implants.
6.
If TENS therapy becomes ineffective or unpleasant, stimulation should be
discontinued until its use is reevaluated by the physician or therapist.
7.
This device should not be used while driving, operating machinery, close
to water, or during any activity in which involuntary muscle contractions
may put the user at undue risk of injury.
8.
Turn the T.E.N.S. off before applying or removing electrodes.
9.
T.E.N.S. devices have no AP/APG protection. Do not use it in the presence
of explosive atmosphere and flammable mixture.
CHAPTER 2 : CAUTIONS
