User manual

SENSUS
™
Pain Management User Manual
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Cleaning and Shaving the Skin
When cleaning the skin, never use harsh soaps or alcohol as they
strip away your natural protective barrier and can make the skin
more susceptible to irritation. It is not necessary for you to clean
your skin immediately before or after using SENSUS. The most
important step you can take after using SENSUS is to ventilate
the skin that was under the device and electrode.
In general, shaving is not required when using SENSUS. However,
if you nd that the electrode is not making good contact with
the skin then it may be helpful to shave. You should only use an
electric razor as razor blades increase the risk of skin irritation.
Ventilate Your Skin
It is important to allow your skin access to open air by frequently
removing the device and electrode. Below are some tips for
ventilating your skin:
• You should always remove the device after several hours of use
during the day or after using overnight
• Alternate legs
• If convenient, remove the device between therapy sessions
during the day
Watch for Signs of Skin Irritation
Check your skin after removing the device to watch for signs of
potential irritation, including:
• Skin feels itchy while device is on the skin or after removing
the device
• Skin is red where electrode was contacting
• Raised or reddened hair follicles