User manual

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Pain Management User Manual
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• The long-term effects of electrical stimulation are unknown.
• Since the effects of stimulation of the brain are unknown,
stimulation should not be applied across the head, and
electrodes should not be placed on opposite sides of
the head.
• The safety of electrical stimulation during pregnancy has
not been established.
• Some patients may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity
due to the electrical stimulation or electrical conductive
medium (gel).
• Patients with suspected or diagnosed heart disease should
follow precautions recommended by their physicians.
• Patients with suspected or diagnosed epilepsy should follow
precautions recommended by their physicians.
• Use caution when the patient has a tendency to bleed internally,
such as following an injury or fracture.
• Use caution following recent surgical procedures when
stimulation may disrupt the patient’s healing process.
• Use caution if stimulation is applied over the menstruating or
pregnant uterus.
• Use caution if stimulation is applied over areas of skin that lack
normal sensation.
• Keep this device out of the reach of children.
• Use this device only with the leads, electrodes, and accessories
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Use this device only under the continued supervision of
a licensed medical professional.