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 Operating Manual  -  TENStem eco basic

Frequently asked questions

How many times a day can I use the TENStem eco basic?

We recommend to use the device 3 times a day. The pre-set therapy time of 30 minutes 
per program should not be extended. After a therapy session, wait for several hours 
before using the unit again.

What intensity should I use?

Do not try to increase the intensity beyond the level which is comfortable. You will 
either feel pins and needles or pulses depending on the program or frequency used. You 
will notice that the intensity often feels different even if you stimulate the same area 
at different times of the day. This is normal. Do not hesitate to adjust the intensity to 
achieve a stronger but still pleasant stimulation.

The intensity of my TENS unit cannot be increased to exceed 6/8 mA.  Is my TENS 
unit deffective?

The TENStem eco basic is not deffective. Check if the cables are connected  correctly 
to the TENS and if the electrodes are connected correctly to the cables. Try to use new 
electrodes. The device is equipped with a special electrodes recognition function that 
prevents the increase of the intensity of impr perly connected electrodes to the skin and 
also if electrodes are warn-out of if cables are deffective.

I have been using my TENStem eco basic for 2 months and I feel that the stimulation 
is less effective.

This could be due to the following reasons:

 

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The electrodes need to be changed.

 

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Your body has adapted to the repeated stimulation. We recommend to change the 
program or the placement of the electrodes.

Can electrodes adhere to hairy skin?

In case of strong hair growth we recommend to shave the skin before placing the 
electrodes, but usually this is not necessary.

Summary of Contents for TENStemeco basic

Page 1: ...HOLISTIC HEALTH DE EN Instruction Manual Art No 100863 V07 TENStem eco basic TRANSCUTANEOUS NERVE AND MUSCLE STIMULATOR ...

Page 2: ...ting date and time 9 Memory query mode 10 Resetting the memory 10 Battery change 11 Reference sheet for battery retraction and disposal 11 Overview of key combinations 12 Pre set programs 13 User programs for own settings 19 Electrode placements for pain programs 20 Electrode placement for dynamic stimulation 24 General 25 Classification 25 Settings modifications and repairs 25 Warranty 25 Guarant...

Page 3: ...lectrodes that have current densities exceeding 2 mA cm may require the special attention of the operator 7 It is only allowed to connect up the TENStem eco basic to one person 8 It is not allowed to use the TENStem eco basic during operating machines or during operations which needs elevated concentration Pay attention particulary at road traffic 9 Do not allow TENStem eco basic to be dropped han...

Page 4: ...nts with malignant diseases tumours in the area of the application Contraindications TENS EMS in pregnancy In addition to the general contraindications of TENS EMS applies The use of TENS during pregnancy should always be coordinated with the attending physician and the midwife taking into account the benefits and the risks Patients who have experienced abortion or premature delivery should not us...

Page 5: ...been too intense or too long muscular aches in terms of sore muscle can occur Shorten the treatment time and the intensity of stimulation at the beginning of muscle stimulation to avoid muscle ache Symbols Attention Read accompanying documents especially user manual Type BF applied part Manufacturer Date of manufacture Catalogue number Serial number Environment Do not dispose of the appliance with...

Page 6: ...y AAA Output current Max 100 mA therapy approx 60 µA power down Dimensions Approx 140 mm x 64 mm x 28 mm Weight Approx 96 g without batteries Output current 0 60 mA with 1 kΩ load Pulse form biphasic rectangle Frequency range 1 120 Hz Pulse width 75 300 µs Operating conditions Temperature range 10 C to 40 C Relative humidity 30 to 90 Storage conditions Temperature range 10 C to 55 C Relative humid...

Page 7: ...e set 4 for own settings Large LCD that shows Selected program Therapy time Intensity two separated channels Frequency Pulse width Automatic cut off after 2 minutes of no use Easy handling via keypad Battery level control Electrode recognition the intensity is reduced to 0 if no Electrodes are connected or not properly connected The selected program can be interlocked Saving and read out of operat...

Page 8: ... intensity left for channel 1 right for channel 2 to decrease the intensity left for channel 1 right for channel 2 Operating the TENStem eco basic Starting the device Insert the batteries into the battery compartment no 5 Please also read the chapter Battery change for more information All symbols appear automatically on the display An acoustic signal indicates that the unit is ready for use Conne...

Page 9: ...uce the intensity of channel 1 Press the right key to reduce the intensity of channel 2 It is not possible to adjust the intensity of both channels at the same time Stopping the stimulation The stimulation stops automatically at the end of each program You can stop the stimulation manually at any time by pressing the P key or the key Switching OFF the device Press the key to switch OFF the device ...

Page 10: ...isplay shows the parameters of the last therapy session as shown below Used program P01 Frequency 100 Hz Pulse width 200 µs Therapy duration 0 min 44 s Day of therapy 5 fifth day Therapy session no 3 You can save up to 90 therapy sessions respectively the first 3 of each day With the left key you can return to the values of the previous day until you reach the first recorded day The left key lets ...

Page 11: ...in batteries or rechargeable batteries we are obliged by law battery law 18 section 1 to advise you of the following The dustbin symbol marks batteries with hazardous substances as well as the circumstance that batteries must not be disposed of in the household waste but professionally The chemical term of the hazardous substance is below the dustbin symbol You are obliged by law to return used ba...

Page 12: ... time From series C Press E key Setting own programs From series C Select P13 P15 press E key Entering date time mode From series C Press E key for 3 seconds Entering memory query mode From series C Simultaneously press left and E key for 3 seconds Switching ON OFF the sound From series D Simultaneously press E key and right for 3 seconds Press E to change between sound on off ...

Page 13: ...ve or joint pain Program 2 is similar to program 1 but works with a lower frequency and may therefore be considered as more pleasant Program 3 Low frequency Both channels work with the same frequency and pulse width see illustration Program 1 Frequency 2 Hz Pulse width 250 μs Therapy time 30 min 10 to 90 min Indications Diffuse nerve joint or muscle pain spasms lower back pain neck pain fibromyalg...

Page 14: ...ogram changes automatically to phase 2 Therapy time 30 min 10 to 90 min Phase 1 Phase 2 Frequency 100 Hz Frequency 2 Hz Pulse width 150 μs Pulse width 200 μs Duration 10 min Duration 20 min Indications Especially for lower back pain and sciatic pain syndrome Program 5 starts with high frequency stimulation for 10 minutes to give you immediate pain relief After 10 minutes it automatically changes t...

Page 15: ...ency stimulation Every 3 seconds it changes between a pins and needles stimulation and a pulsing stimulation Program 7 Burst This generates pulse packages Burst Frequency 100 Hz Pulse width 150 μs Modulation Burst 0 5 s 0 25 s 0 25 s Therapy time 30 min 10 to 90 min Indications Diffuse nerve joint or muscle pain spasms lower back pain neck pain fibromyalgia This program covers the same indications...

Page 16: ...h frequency modulation the body does not become accustomed to the stimulation Program 9 Muscle stimulation The intensity continuously changes according to the indicated parameters Frequency 50 Hz Pulse width 250 μs Rising ramp 2 s Working phase 5 s Falling ramp 1 s Pause 12 s Therapy time 30 min 10 to 90 min Indications Prevention of muscular atrophy muscle strengthening This program is suitable t...

Page 17: ...lex that you achieve e g by rubbing a painful area with your hands to calm acute pain To achieve the massage effect it is essential to use both channels of the TENStem eco basic Program 11 Gate control dynamic 2 The intensity continuously changes two channels operate alternately massage effect See illustration program 10 Frequency 80 Hz Pulse width 150 μs Intensity modulation 0 25 s rise 0 25 s fa...

Page 18: ...ncy 100 Hz Pulse width 75 μs Modulation four pulses in a group duration of periods 275 µs Therapy time 30 min 10 to 90 min This program could be called the last recourse if none of the other programs give analgesic effect However because of the high frequency this program is often felt as less pleasant Furthermore high frequency stimulation needs more battery power Intensity Time ...

Page 19: ...5 Gate control dynamic The intensity continuously changes and the two channels operate alternately massage effect Frequency 1 120 Hz Pulse width 75 300 μs Intensity modulation 1 s rise 1 s fall Therapy time 10 90 min Program 16 Iontophoresis Nerv block from series E Both channels work with the same frequency and pulse width The current is monophasic We do not recommend to use P16 for more than 20 ...

Page 20: ...20 schwa medico Operating Manual TENStem eco basic Electrode placements for pain programs Back pain Shoulder pain ...

Page 21: ...21 English Epicondylitis radialis Epicondylitis ulnaris Arthrosis hip Kaada stimulation 1 channel only right handed left handed Blue Red Blue Red Sciatic pain ...

Page 22: ...22 schwa medico Operating Manual TENStem eco basic Gonarthrosis knee pain Ankle joint pain 2 2 1 1 Trigeminus neuralgia Migraine Tension headache ...

Page 23: ...23 English Polyarthritis Polyneuropathy Carpal tunnel syndrome Pain of achilles tendon heel pain ...

Page 24: ...stimulation Dynamic stimulation can be used with high frequency parameters for a improved pain control or with low frequency parameters for optimized muscle stimulation This treatment method also has an enhanced effect on lymphatic drainage stimulation The placement of electrodes for dynamic stimulation depends on the direction of stimulation rising falling stimulation or sideways stimulation Risi...

Page 25: ...12 months from the date of purchase The guarantee does not apply in the following cases damage due to improper handling defects the customer is aware of on the date of purchase damage caused by the customer for wearing parts and consumable supplies like for instance electrodes batteries and cables Maintenance and cleaning No special cleaning or care agents are required for the TENStem eco basic Cl...

Page 26: ...intensity of my TENS unit cannot be increased to exceed 6 8 mA Is my TENS unit deffective The TENStem eco basic is not deffective Check if the cables are connected correctly to the TENS and if the electrodes are connected correctly to the cables Try to use new electrodes The device is equipped with a special electrodes recognition function that prevents the increase of the intensity of impr perly ...

Page 27: ... sensitive 50x50 mm 4 Silicone electrodes to be used with contact gel Art No Article Pieces 107090 Silicone electrode 20 mm round 2 107060 Silicone electrode 25 mm round 2 107075 Silicone electrode 40x28 mm 2 107035 Silicone electrode 56x28 mm 2 107020 Silicone electrode 75x30 mm 2 107055 Silicone electrode 90x35 mm 2 107011 Silicone electrode 38x45 mm 2 107010 Silicone electrode 48x48 mm 2 107050...

Page 28: ...nic pain in the lower back area Art No Article Size Length 107034 MedicoBack P type S 80 90 cm 107036 MedicoBack P type M 90 100 cm 107037 MedicoBack P type L 100 110 cm 107038 MedicoBack P type XL 110 120 cm 107039 MedicoBack P type XXL 120 130 cm Stimex garment electrodes gloves and socks TheglovesandsocksusedincombinationwiththeTENStemecobasicprovidestimulation of the entire hand and or foot an...

Page 29: ...29 English Treatment time Intensity level ON OFF Stop Increase intensity Decrease intensity Program choice Parameters of the program Running program Increase intensity Decrease intensity ...

Page 30: ...ogram 3 s 7 Burst Alternative to program 3 more comfortable 100 8 Modulation Alternative to the other programs in case of therapy resistance Au 2 H 9 Muscle stimulation Atrophy prophylaxis muscle strengthening Inc pau 10 Gate control dynamic 1 Muscle relaxation Inte the Bot 11 Gate control dynamic 2 Muscle relaxation venous return Inte the Bot 12 Deep TENS Muscular pain deep seatted pain Imp 200 U...

Page 31: ...use 12 s automatic intensity adaption 50 250 30 Intensity within 1 s to maximum then within 1 s reduced to 50 Both channels in alternating operation 80 150 30 Intensity within 0 25 s to maximum then within 0 25 s reduced to 50 Both channels in alternating operation 80 150 30 Impuls packages of 4 impulses 200 µs between each impuls 100 75 30 Both channels 1 120 75 300 10 90 Increase 2 s working tim...

Page 32: ...per GmbH Am Geiersberg 6 I 35630 Ehringshausen I Deutschland EXPORT DEPARTMENT Wetzlarer Strasse 41 43 I 35630 Ehringshausen I Germany Tel 49 6443 8333 113 I Fax 49 6443 8333 119 Email export schwa medico de I www schwa medico com HOLISTIC HEALTH ...

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