PHYSIPOD MT8000 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MULTI MODALITY
ELECTRICAL STIMULATOR
INTERFERENTIAL | TENS | EMS | MICROCURRENT

Table of Contents
1.Safety information…..……………………………………….. 4
1.1 General description
1.2 Medical background
1.3 Indication for use
1.4 Contraindications
1.5 Warnings, Cautions, Adverse Reactions
2. Presentation ……………………………………………...… 13
2.1 Front and Rear panel
2.2 LCD display
3. Specification………………………………………………… 15
3.1 Accessories
3.2 Technical information
3.3 The waveforms of the stimulation programs
4. Instruction for use ………………………………………….. 23
4.1 Battery
4.2 Connect electrodes to lead wires
4.3 Connect lead wires to device
4.4 Electrode
4.5 Turn ON
4.6 Select the Therapeutic Mode
4.7 Steps to set a new program
4.8 Adjust Channel Intensity
4.9 Lock the button
4.10 Stop the treatment
4.11 Turn OFF
4.12 Low battery indicator.
5. Program………………………………………………………. 36
6. Cleaning and Care………………………………………….. 37
6.1 Tips for skin care
6.2 Cleaning the device
6.3 Electrodes
6.4 Cleaning the Electrodes cords
6.5 Maintenance
7. Troubleshooting…………………………………………......41
8. Storage……………………………………………………….. 42
9 .Disposal……………………………………………………….43
10. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Tables……….....43
11. Glossary symbols…………………………………........... 48
12. Warranty…………………………………………………..…49
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1. Safety information
1.1 General
M T 8 0 0 0 E l e c t r i c a l S t i m u l a t o r i s a p o r t a b l e
electrotherapy device featuring four therapeutic
m o d e s : Tr a n s c u t a n e o u s E l e c t r i c a l N e r v e
S t i m u l a t o r , E l e c t r i c a l M u s c l e S t i m u l a t i o n
Interferential, and Microcurrent,which are used for
pain relief and electrical muscle stimulation. The
stimulator sends gentle electrical current to
underlying nerves and muscle group via electrodes
applied on the skin. The parameters of device are
controlled by the press buttons. Its intensity level is
adjustable according to the needs of patients.
EXPLANATION OF TENS
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
is a non-invasive, drugfree method of controlling
pain. TENS uses tiny electrical impulses sent through
the skin to nerves to modify your pain perception.
TENS does not cure any physiological problem; it
only helps control the pain. TENS does not work for
everyone; however, in most patients it is effective in
reducing or eliminating the pain, allowing for a return
to normal activity.
EXPLANATION OF EMS
E l e c t r i c a l M u s c l e S t i m u l a t i o n ( E M S ) i s a n
internationally accepted and proven way of treating
muscular injuries. It works by sending electronic
pulses to the muscle needing treatment; this causes
1.2 Medical background
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the muscle to exercise passively. It is a product
derived from the square waveform (ladder-sha
ped). Through the square wave pattern it is able to
work dire ctly on muscle motor neurons. This device
has low frequency and this in conjunction with the
square wave pattern allows direct work on muscle
groupings. This is being widely used in hospitals and
sports clinics for the reatment of muscular injuries
and for the re-education of paralyzed muscles, to
prevent atrophy in affected muscles and improving
muscle tone and blood circulation.
EXPLANATION OF IF
Interferential Stimulation (IF) is an anti-inflammatory
based treatment modality. Interferential stimulation is
characterized by two alternating-current sine waves
or square waves of differing frequencies that “work”
together to produce an interferential current that is
also known as a beat pulse or alternating modulation
frequency. One of the two currents is usually held at
4,000 Hz, and the other can be held constant or
varied over a range of 4,001 to 4,100 Hz. Because of
the frequency, the interferential wave meets low
impedance when crossing the skin to enter deep into
soft tissues. The interferential currents reportedly
can stimulate sensory, motor, and pain fibers. These
large impulse fibers interfere with the transmission of
pain messages at the spinal cord level. This deep
tissue penetration stimulates parasympathetic nerve
fibers for increased blood flow and edema reduction.
It utilizes the low electric-current to stimulate muscle
nerves to achieve the symptomatic relief of chronic
intractable pain, post-traumatic pain, and post-
surgical pain.
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EXPLANATION OF MICROCURRENT
Microcurrent stimulation is a type of therapy in which
very low current is sent into the cells of the body.
Microcurrent is a very faint current that is so small it is
measured in millionths of an amp (Microamps).
Human cells generate a current that is in the
microamp range which is why you can't feel it-the
current is so low it doesn't stimulate the sensory
nerves.
Microcurrent is a physiological electric modality that
increases ATP (energy) production in the cells of your
body. This dramatically increases the tissue's healing
rate. The immediate response to the correct
m i c r o c u r r e n t f r e q u e n c y s u g g e s t s t h a t o t h e r
mechanisms are involved as well. The exact effects
or changes in the tissue are unmistakable; scars will
often suddenly soften; trigger points often become
less painful within minutes when the “correct”
frequency is applied. In many situations the changes
seen seem to be long lasting and in many cases
permanent.
1.3 Indication for use
MT8000 electrical stimulator may be used for
the following conditions:
1) Symptomatic relief of chronic intractable pain;
Post traumatic pain; post surgical pain.
2) Relaxation of muscle spasm.
3) Increase of blood flow circulation
4) Prevention or retardation of disuse atrophy
5) Muscle re-education
6) Maintaining or increasing range of motion.
7) Immediate post-surgical stimulation of calf
muscles to prevent venous thrombosis
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!
Read instruction manual before operation. Be sure to
comply with all “Contraindications”, Warnings”,
“Cautions” and “Adverse reactions” in the manual.
Failure to follow instructions can cause harm to user
or device.
1.4 Contraindications
1) This device should not be used for symptomatic
local pain relief unless etiology is established or
unless a pain syndrome has been diagnosed.
2) This device should not be used when cancerous
lesions are present in the treatment area.
3) Stimulation should not be applied over swollen,
infected, inflamed areas or skin eruptions (e.g. phl
ebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc.).
4) Electrodes must not be applied to sites that might
cause current/stimulation to flow through the
carotid sinus region (anterior neck) or
transcerebrally (through the head).
5) Do not use this device if the patient has a demand-
type cardiac pacemaker or any implanted
defibrillator.
6) This device should not be used over poorly
enervated areas.
7) Epilepsy
8) Serious arterial circulatory problems in the lower
limbs
9) Abdominal or inguinal hernia
10) Do not use this device if you have heart disease
without consulting your physician.
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1.5 Warnings, Cautions and Adverse Reactions
WARNINGS:
1) This device should be used only under the
continued supervision of a licensed physician.
2) The long-term effects of chronic electrical
stimulation are unknown. Electrical stimulation
devices do not have any curative value .
3) TENS is a symptomatic treatment and, as such,
suppresses the sensation of pain, which would
otherwise serve as a protective mechanism.
4) Safety has not been established for the use of
therapeutic electrical stimulation during
pregnancy. Do not use during pregnancy unless
directed by your physician.
5) Electrical stimulation is not effective for pain of
central origin.
6) Electronic monitoring equipment (such as ECG
monitors and ECG alarms) may not operate
properly when electrical stimulation is in use.
7) Stimulation should not be applied over the
carotid sinus nerves, particularly in patients with a
known sensitivity to the carotid sinus reflex.
8) Stimulation should not be applied over the neckor
mouth. Severe spasm of the laryngeal and
pharyngeal muscles may occur and the contractions
may be strong enough to close the airway or cause
difficulty in breathing.
9) Stimulation should not be applied transthoracically
in that the introduction of electrical current into the
heart may cause cardiac arrhythmias.
10) Stimulation should not take place while the user is
connected to high-frequency surgical equipment,
it may cause burn injuries on the skin under the
electrodes, as well as problems with the stimulator.
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11) Do not use the stimulator in the vicinity of
shortwave or microwave therapy equipment, since
this may affect the output power of the stimulator.
12) Never use in environments with high humidity such
as in the bathroom or when having a bath or shower.
13) Caution should be used in applying electrical
stimulation to patients suspected of having heart
disease. Further clinical data is needed to show
there are no adverse results.
14) Never use near the heart. Stimulation electrodes
should never be placed anywhere on the front of
the thorax (marked by ribs and breastbone), but
above all not on the two large pectoral muscles.
Here it can increase the risk of ventricular
fibrillation and lead to cardiac arrest.
15) Electrodes should not be placed over the eyes, in
the mouth, near the genitals or internally.
16) Never use on the areas of the skin which lack
normal sensation
17) Apply the electrodes to clean, dry, and unbroken
skin only.
18) Keep electrodes separate during treatment,
electrodes in contact with other could result in
improper stimulation or skin burns.
19) Keep the stimulator out of reach of children.
20) Consult your doctor if you are in any doubt
whatsoever.
CAUTIONS:
1) Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale by
or on the order of a physician.
2) For single patient use only.
3) Keep yourself informed of the contraindications.
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4) This stimulator not intended for unattended,
personal use by patients who have noncompliant,
emotionally disturbed, dementia, or low IQ.
5) Read, understand, and practice the warnings,
cautions and operating instructions. Know the
limitations and hazards associated with using any
device. Observe the precautionary and operational
decals placed on the unit. Always follow the
operating instructions prescr ibed by your healthcare
practitioner.
6) The instruction of use was listed; any improper use
may be dangerous.
7) Do not use this device for undiagnosed pain
syndromes until consulting a physician.
8) Patients with an implanted electronic device, such
as a cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, or
any other metallic or electronic device should not
use this device without first consulting a doctor.
9) Stimulation delivered by this device may be
sufficient to cause electrocution. Electrical current
of this magnitude must not flow through the thorax
or across the chest because it may cause a cardiac
arrhythmia.
10) Do not place electrodes on the front of the throat as
spasm of the Laryngeal and Pharyngeal muscle may
occur. Stimulation over the carotid sinus (neck
region) may close the airways, make breathing
difficult, and may have adverse effects on the heart
rhythm or blood pressure.
11) Do not place electrodes on your head or at any sites
that may cause the electrical current to flow
transcerebrally (through the head).
12) Patients with heart disease, epilepsy, cancer or any
other health condition should not use this device
without first consulting a physician.
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13) Some patients may experience skin irritation or
hypersensitivity due to the electrical stimulation or
silicone rubber. If rash develops or pain persists,
discontinue use and consult a doctor.
14) Electrode placement and stimulation settings
should be based on the guidance of prescribing
practitioner.
15) Effectiveness is highly dependent upon patient
selection by a person qualified in the management
of pain afflicted patients.
16) Isolated cases of skin irritation may occur at the
site of the electrode placement following long-term
application. If this occurs, discontinue use and
consult your physician.
17) The electrodes are only to be placed on healthy skin.
Avoid skin irritation by ensuring that good contact is
achieved between electrodes and skin.
18) If the stimulation levels are uncomfortable or
become uncomfortable, reduce the stimulation
Intensity to a comfortable level and contact your
physician if problems persist.
19) 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.
20) Never use the device in rooms where aerosols
(sprays) are used or pure oxygen is being
administered.
21) Do not use it near any highly flammable substances,
gases or explosives.
22) Do not use this device at the same time as other
equipment which sends electrical pulses to your
body.
23) Do not confuse the electrode cables and contacts
with your headphones or other devices, and do no t
connect the electrodes to other devices .
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