Revitive Medic Knee User manual

Model number 2836AB
User’s Manual
®
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Device
Transcutaneous Nerve Stimulation Device
PLEASE READ THE
USER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
USE ONLY AS DIRECTED
If symptoms persist, consult
your healthcare professional
Dual Action:

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Table of contents
What’s in the box? 4
Parts and Controls 5-6
Introduction to Revitive 7-9
Intended Use 7
Indications for use 8
How Revitive works 9
Important Safeguards 10-14
Who Should NOT use Revitive 9
Warnings and Cautions 11-13
Safety Precautions 14
Adverse Reactions 15
Instructions for use 16-38
How long should I use Revitive? 16
Step 1: Setting up Revitive for the first time 16
Step 2: Setting up Revitive for use 17
Step 3: Powering Revitive 18-19
Step 4: Using the foot-pads 20-22
Step 5: Using the Electrode Pads 23
5.1: Using the Electrode Thigh Pads for EMS 24-29
5.2: Using the Electrode Body Pads for TENS 30-35
5.3: Switching between EMS and TENS mode 36
Step 6: Recharging the battery 37
Step 7: Cleaning and storing 38
Replacing the batteries 38
Replacing the Body Pads 38
Troubleshooting 39-41
Technical Specifications 42-44
Symbols 45-46
Warranty 47

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What’s in the box?
On opening the carton, please check that the following components
are provided. If you think anything is missing, please contact us using the
helpline numbers on the back of this booklet.
AC/DC power adapter
Revitive Medic Knee
Large Electrode
Thigh Pads
Small Electrode Body Pads
Electrode cord
Remote control
AAA batteries x 2
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Carry handle
Control panel/display
Power ON/OFF
Foot-pads
Parts and Controls
AC/DC power
adaptor socket
Electrode cord socket
IsoRocker® IsoRocker Disabler
Large Electrode
Thigh Pads

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Parts and Controls
Time
Control – /+
Power
ON/OFF
TENS
EMS
Remote control
Control panel
Time display
Intensity level
Intensity
Control – /+
Battery
indicator
Time
Control – /+
Intensity
Control – /+
EMS TENS

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Introduction to Revitive
Intended use
Revitive is intended to be used for electrical stimulation of the muscles of
the lower leg for the purposes of supporting muscle function, and
supporting and improving blood circulation. In addition Revitive is
intended to be used for electrical stimulation of sore and aching muscles
to relieve pain.
In TENS mode, Revitive is intended to provide symptomatic relief and
management of chronic, intractable pain and relief of pain associated with
arthritis and for temporary relief of pain in sore and aching muscles.
To get the most out of Revitive, it is recommended that you use:
• Foot-Pads for at least 30-60 minutes each day
• Thigh Pads (EMS mode) on the thigh of your aected leg (knee) once a
day for 20 minutes, 5 days per week
• Body Pads (TENS mode) for 20 to 30 minutes as and when you need
pain relief.

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Indications for use
When using Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS),
Revitive is intended to/for:
• Increase of blood flow circulation
• Stimulate healthy muscles in order to improve and facilitate muscle
performance
• Temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the
shoulder, waist, back, upper extremities (arms) and lower extremities (legs)
due to strain from exercise or normal household duties
• Relaxation of muscle spasm
• Temporarily increase local blood circulation in healthy leg muscles
• Prevention or retardation of disuse atrophy
• Muscle re-education
• Maintaining or increasing range of motion
• Immediate post-surgical stimulation of calf muscles to prevent venous
thrombosis
When using Revitive to deliver Transcutaneous Electrical
Nerve Stimulation (TENS), it is intended to provide:
• Symptomatic relief and management of chronic, intractable pain
• Relief of pain associated with arthritis
• Temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the
shoulder, waist, back, upper extremities (arms) and lower extremities (legs)
due to strain from exercise or normal household activities.
Introduction to Revitive

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How Revitive Medic Knee works
With its unique TripleAction Revitive Medic Knee works in three ways:
1. Delivers Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) to your feet via a pair of
cushioned foot-pads, while you are seated. The EMS causes muscles in your
calf and foot to contract, which helps to increase circulation in your legs.
Revitive has been developed so that it is comfortable for you to use. It features
a patented IsoRocker® that allows for natural ankle movement when applying
the EMS to your feet. Ankle movement is an eective way to increase circulation
in the lower legs. You can choose to enable or disable the IsoRocker® at any
time.
Revitive is designed to be easy to use and comes with a remote control,
which means you do not have to reach down to adjust settings during use.
2. Delivers a unique Arthritis Program of Electrical Muscle Stimulation
to the front of the thighs/quadriceps through the use of the Thigh
(Electrode) Pads - to strengthen the quadriceps. Strengthening your
quadriceps muscles may help to:
• Support and stabilize the knee
• Reduce stress on the knee
• Relieve knee pain
To get the most out of Revitive, it is recommended that you use:
• Revitive foot-pads for at least 30-60 minutes each day.
• Revitive Thigh Pads on the thigh of your aected leg (knee) once a day for
20 minutes, 5 days per week.
3. Delivers Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) through
the smaller Body (Electrode) Pads - to provide immediate, temporary relief
of pain for your legs and other areas of your body. Use as and when you need
relief.
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Read all instructions before use
Who should not use Revitive
Revitive should not be used by some people.
Do not use if: (contraindications)
• You have a cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, or other
implanted electronic device because this may cause electric shock,
burns, electrical interference, or death
• You are pregnant
• You are being treated for, or have the symptoms of, an existing
Deep Vein Thrombosis (“DVT”)
Long periods of inactivity can put you at greater risk of developing Deep
Vein Thrombosis (DVT). DVT is a blood clot and usually occurs in a deep
leg vein. If part of the DVT breaks o it may lead to potentially life-
threatening complications such as pulmonary embolism.
If you have been inactive for prolonged periods and suspect you may
have a DVT, consult your doctor immediately. To prevent dislodging the
clot do not use Revitive.
In some cases of DVT there may be no symptoms. However it is important
to be aware of the symptoms that may include:
•pain, swelling and tenderness in one of your legs (usually your calf)
•a heavy ache in the aected area
•warm skin in the area of the clot
•redness of your skin, particularly at the back of your leg, below
the knee
Consult your doctor as soon as possible if you show any signs of the
above symptoms.
Important Safeguards

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Who should check with their doctor before
using Revitive
Warnings
• Consult with your doctor before using this device if:
•You are in the care of a doctor
•You have a history of heart problems because the device may cause
lethal rhythm disturbances to the heart in susceptible individuals
•You are experiencing cramping leg pain that occurs during walking
•You have slow healing wounds
•You have loss of feeling in the hands or feet
•You have had medical or physical treatment for your pain
•You have suspected or diagnosed heart disease
•You have suspected or diagnosed epilepsy
•You are unsure about the suitability of the Revitive for you
•You are unsure about the cause of your symptoms
• If you have a metallic implant, you may experience pain or discomfort near
the implant when applying electrical stimulation. If this should occur
discontinue use and seek advice from your doctor
• The electrical stimulation may feel more intense close to a metallic implant.
It is safe to continue use provided no pain is experienced. You may need to
adjust the intensity to a comfortable level
• Do not use the Electrode Pads on your head, face, neck or chest.
There is a chance that serious health problems, and in rare cases death,
may be caused by using the Electrode Pads on your head, face, neck or chest
•There is a chance that using the Electrode Pads on your head, face or
neck may cause closure of the airway, diiculty in breathing, or
adverse eects on heart rhythm or blood pressure
•The introduction of electrical current into the chest may cause
rhythm disturbances to your heart, which could be lethal
•Use Electrode Pads only on parts of your body as directed in this guide

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Important Safeguards
• Do not apply foot-pads or Electrode Pads directly:
•on open wounds or rashes, swollen, red, infected, or inflamed areas or skin
eruptions (such as phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, cellulitis)
•on or close to, malignant tumours
•on areas treated with radiotherapy (within the past 6 months)
•on reproductive organs
• Apply stimulation only to normal, intact, healthy skin
• Electrode Pads are for single person use only. Do not share Electrode
Pads with others
• Do not use the Electrode Pads in conjunction with a brace or cast without first
consulting with your doctor
• Do not use Electrode Pads aer their use by date. There is a chance you may
experience skin irritation or burns beneath the Body Pads
• Some people may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to
electrical stimulation or electrical conductive medium. The irritation can
usually be reduced by using an alternative conductive medium or alternate
electrode placement
• Ensure that balm/gel/moisturizer is evenly applied and thoroughly
absorbed into the skin before applying stimulation. There is a chance that
uneven application of a balm/ gel/ moisturizer could increase the risk of
skin irritation or burn, when using the electrical stimulation.
• Do not replace or remove the Lithium ion battery from the device.
• Do not use when the body pads are open circuited (e.g., when the pads are held in
your hands).
• Do not remove electrodes when stimulation is being applied (to avoid unintended,
possibly hazardous, stimulation pathways.
• Begin at the lowest intensity setting. Place feet on the device and gradually begin
to increase the intensity. Never start at a high level of intensity.
• Keep feet on the device at all times, start at lowest intensity and slowly increase
the intensity. Do not remove feet during treatment or place feet on the device aer
the intensity has been increased.
• Symptoms may worsen during the initial treatment phase before getting
better. This may occur if the body has not yet adjusted to increased

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Cautions
• Be careful when applying stimulation:
•over areas of skin that lack normal sensation - be careful not to
overstimulate the area. Check for signs of skin irritation (redness),
bruising or pain. If in doubt consult your doctor
•over the abdomen during menstruation
•aer recent surgical procedures as stimulation may disrupt your
healing process
• if you are likely to bleed internally, such as following an injury or fracture
– use a low intensity and/or shorter time to avoid over-stimulation
•aer a long period of immobility or inactivity – use a low intensity
and shorter time to avoid over-stimulation or muscle fatigue
• This product is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for
their safety
• Use this device only with the leads, electrodes and accessories
recommended by the manufacturer
muscular activity and blood circulation. If this occurs, reduce the intensity
and the duration of treatment which will reduce the initial symptoms.
If symptoms persist consult with your doctor
• When using TENS do not apply to areas of skin that lack sensation
When Not to Use Revitive
There are times you should not use Revitive. Do not use Revitive:
• with electronic monitoring equipment (such as cardiac monitors, ECG
alarms), which may not operate properly when the electrical stimulation
device is in use
• when you are in the bath or shower
• while you are sleeping
• while you are driving, operating machinery, or during any activity in which
electrical stimulation can put you at risk of injury

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Important Safeguards
• When using EMS:
•It is possible Revitive may reduce the sensation of pain that would
normally act as a warning of an underlying problem
•If your pain does not improve, gets worse or continues for more than 5
days, stop using the device and seek advice from your doctor
•The long-term eects of electrical stimulation are unknown
• When using TENS:
•It is possible Revitive may reduce the sensation of pain that would
normally act as a warning of an underlying problem
•If your pain does not improve, gets worse or continues for more than 5
days, stop using the device and seek advice from your doctor
•TENS is not eective in treating the source of pain
•Electrical nerve stimulators are not eective for pain of central origin,
including headache
• Electrical nerve stimulators are not a substitute for pain medications and
other pain management therapies
• Electrical nerve stimulator devices have no curative value
•Electrical nerve stimulators are a symptomatic treatment and, as
such, suppresses the sensation of pain that would otherwise serve as a
protective mechanism
• Eectiveness is highly dependent upon patient selection by a practitioner
qualified in the management of pain patients
•The long-term eects of electrical stimulation are unknown
• Since the eects of stimulation of the brain are unknown, stimulation
should not be applied across the head, and electrodes should not be
applied on opposite sides of the head.
• Use caution following recent surgical procedures when stimulation may
disrupt the patient’s healing process
Safety Precautions
• Do not stand on the machine. Use only when sitting down

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• Use the device only for its intended purpose
• Do not expose the device to extreme heat
• Do not spill liquid on the device or its accessories
• Do not overload the electrical outlet
• Keep device out of the reach of children
• Keep power cords and cables out of the reach of children to prevent risk
of strangulation
• Revitive may be used by multiple persons, ensure device is cleaned aer
each use
• Check body pads, cords and cables periodically for damage
• Do not open Revitive or repair it yourself. This will invalidate your
warranty and may cause serious harm
• In the unlikely event your Revitive malfunctions, disconnect it from the
power source and contact your nearest authorized agent
• Revitive has passed the required tests for EMI, it may still be aected
by excessive emissions and/or may interfere with more sensitive
equipment
• It has been reported that some universal remote control devices (eg
for TV etc) can change the settings on Revitive if used during a treatment.
If this should occur, simply adjust the time or intensity settings on Revitive
back to where you want them to be using the Revitive Remote Control, or
using the device Control Panel
• Aer any exposure to hot or cold temperatures outside the specified
operating range of 50 - 104°F allow the product to re-adjust to the
recommended operating temperatures to ensure continued product
performance.
Adverse reactions
• Skin irritation and burns beneath the electrodes have been reported with the use
of powered muscle stimulators
• You should stop using the device and should consult with your physician if you
experience adverse reactions from the device
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Instructions for use
Step 1:
Setting up Revitive for the rst time
aRemove all parts from the box:
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AC/DC power adapter • Revitive Medic Knee device
• Small Electrode Body Pads • Large Electrode Thigh Pads
• Electrode cord • Remote control
• AAA batteries x 2
See ‘What’s in the Box?’ on page 4 to help identify the parts.
b Locate the remote control and insert the batteries.
Before you use Revitive for the first time, read the Warnings
and Cautions on pages 10-14. If in doubt, consult your doctor
before using the product.
How do I get the most from Revitive?
It is recommended that you use:
1. Foot-Pads for at least 30-60 minutes each day.
2. Thigh Pads (EMS mode) on the thigh of your aected leg (knee)
once a day for 20 minutes, 5 days per week.
3. Body Pads (TENS mode) for 20 to 30 minutes as and when you
need pain relief

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Step 2:
Setting up the IsoRocker®
aTurn the device over so that you can see the
IsoRocker and IsoRocker Disabler.
• The IsoRocker allows Revitive to rock while
stimulating your legs and feet.
• Revitive will begin rocking on the IsoRocker once
muscle contractions are strong enough.
• When the IsoRocker feature is disabled, by
opening the IsoRocker Disabler, Revitive
will be inclined and not rock during use.
b If you want to use the IsoRocker, leave the IsoRocker
Disabler in place (ie flat) on the bottom of the device, as
shown.
c If you do not want to use the IsoRocker •
Pull the IsoRocker Disabler on the bottom of
Revitive. You may have to pull hard.
• Pull the IsoRocker Disabler back until it clicks open,
as shown.
• To re-enable, pull the IsoRocker Disabler and press
into place (ie flat) on the bottom of Revitive.
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Full Battery Low Battery
Step 3:
Powering Revitive
Revitive can be powered from either the rechargeable battery or by connecting it to an
electrical socket.
Battery power option
If you want to use the device without connecting it to an electrical
socket, it can run from the battery.
When the device is running from the battery, an indicator will show the
remaining battery level.
Follow Step 4 Using The Foot-pads or Step 5 Using the Electrode Body
Pads to continue setting up Revitive.
When the battery drops to the low level, it will require recharging.
See Step 6, Recharging Battery on page 37.
If you turn the device o and the low battery level indictor blinks for
10 seconds, the battery requires recharging.
Please note that if the battery runs out, the device can still be used,
by connecting to an electrical socket.
Do not replace or remove the Lithium-ion battery from the device.
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Power cord option
If you want to use the Revitive when the battery is low or to preserve the battery
level the Revitive can be used by connecting it to an electrical socket.
aLocate the AC/DC power adapter.
bPlug the small end of the power cord into the
socket on the side of the Revitive.
c Plug the power adapter into the nearest electrical
socket. This will start charging the (integrated)
rechargeable battery.
Once you have connected Revitive to the electrical socket follow Step 4 Using
The Foot-pads or Step 5 Using the Electrode Body Pads to continue setting up
Revitive.

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Instructions for use
aGet into a comfortable seated position.
For best results sit with your knees at a 90 degree angle
(right angle).
bPlace Revitive on the floor in front of you.
Warning: Revitive is designed to be used while seated.
Never stand on the Revitive unit.
cPlace both bare feet on the foot-pads.
Make sure you remove all footwear, including socks/
stockings.
dIf desired, apply a moisturizing lotion to the soles of
your feet.
Hint: Applying a moisturizing lotion to the soles of
the feet before using Revitive can help improve the
delivery of electrical stimulation.
ePress the power button on the device or on the remote
control to turn Revitive on.
You will hear a beep and the display lights will light up.
The time will read 30 minutes and Intensity will
read 00.
To turn o Revitive at any time during operation, press
the power button on the device or remote control.
Sit with
both bare feet
on the foot-pads
Step 4:
Using the Foot-Pads
The foot-pads will only deliver EMS to your feet and legs. You can use the Body Pads to
receive TENS, see page 30 for details.