Pierenkemper Operating Manual - PierenPlus basic
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Side Effects
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Increase of pain: During and after a too long or intense, an increased feeling of
pain can occur. To avoid this effect the patient shall only use the device for 30
minutes and – especially during the first couple of sessions – only apply a low
intensity.
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Irritation and Discomfort on the skin: As a reaction to the material of electrodes,
gel, and current impulses, the body might show reddening, burnings, a feeling of
itching, as well as blisters on the skin. If such effects may occur in a strong way or
for a longer time, a practitioner shall be consulted. However, a reddening of the
skin at the applied area is very normal, since the blood circulation is improved.
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Sore muscles: After too long or intense use an increased feeling of pain in the
muscles – like sore muscles – can occur. This is not an atypical reaction of the body
to such treatment. Yet, to diminish or avoid this effect, the patient shall only use
the device for 30 minutes and – especially during the first couple of sessions –
only apply low intensity.
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Muscle Contraction: During and after a high frequency use (above ca. 15
Hz) muscle contractions can occur. If the applied area is near or on the chest,
sometimes breathing irritations might appear.
