Verity Medical NeuroTrac Sports XL User manual

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Operators Manual
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NeuroTrac®Sports XL
DUAL CHANNEL STIM UNIT
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Symbols on the unit and case
Caution! (electrical output).
Follow operating instructions! Failure to do so could place
the patient or operator at risk.
Neuromuscular Stimulation (STIM) and EMG Triggered
Stimulation (ETS) should not be used by Patients tted with
demand style cardiac pacemakers. Please seek advice from
your health supervisor.
Patient’s shock protection type: BF (Body Floated) Equip-
ment. This equipment is not earthed but contains a battery
within an insulated unit.
Indicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so that the
medical device can be identied.
Manufacturer's LOT/Batch number. Present it together with
SN number when you report a technical fault or claim a
warranty return.
Manufacturer's serial number of the unit. Present it together
with LOT number when you report a technical fault or claim
a warranty return.
Name and address of Manufacturer.
Date of manufacture.
Conformity indication with the essential health and safety
requirements set out in European Directives.
0123 - Notied body identication.
This product should be kept dry.
IP20
on the unit
This is an indication for protection against ingress of water
and particulate matter. The mark IP20 on your unit means:
your unit is protected against solid foreign objects of 12.5mm
dia and greater. Not protected against water.
IP02
on the case
IP02 on the carrying case means: Protected from the ingress
of water droplets from a shower of rain.
Do not dispose in normal dustbin (see page 26 for the dispos-
al instructions).
REF
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Warranty
Verity Medical Ltd. provides a warranty to the original purchaser that
this product will be free from defects in the material, components and
workmanship, for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase by the
distributor [invoice date from Verity Medical to the appointed distributor].
If the distributor - from whom the product was purchased by the user - is
satised that the product is defective, the user may return the unit directly to
this distributor who will forward it to Verity Medical Ltd. All such returns
from the distributor to Verity Medical must be authorised by Verity Medical
Ltd., in advance. The liability of Verity Medical Ltd., under this limited
product warranty does not extend to any misuse or abuse such as dropping
or immersing the unit in water or other liquid substance or tampering with
the unit or normal wear and tear. Any evidence of tampering will nullify this
warranty.
Customer Service:
Please contact your distributor for any customer service enquiries, including
the warranty returns.
Your invoice of purchase and/or the rear cover of this manual should state the
name and the contact details of your distributor.
For assistance, if needed, in setting up, using or maintaining the unit, or report
unexpected operation or events, please visit the manufacturer’s website for
further details: www.veritymedical.com.
Manufactured by: Verity Medical Ltd.
Churchtown House
Tagoat
Co. Wexford, Y35 XY44
Ireland
Tel: [phone]
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
[phone]
This product is manufactured by Verity Medical Ltd.,
in compliance with the European Union Medical Device Directive
MDD93/42/EEC under the supervision of TÜV SÜD Product Service
GmbH Zertizierstellen,
Notied Body number 0123.
Verity Medical Ltd. is certied by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance
Limited to the ISO13485:2016 Quality Standard.

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Troubleshooting
Problem:
- Cannot reach maximum mA level; or
- The unit cuts offstimulation at certain level; or
- When increase the intensity, zero mA is ashing; or
- Power is cutting offwhen using
Solution:
It is normal behaviour in our and any other quality muscle stimulators (and
TENS machines), and in most cases resolves itself - please read the guidance
below.
The stimulation intensity will drop to zero if you simply press the mA+ button
and no electrodes are connected to the channel on which you increase the
intensity. You should attach a pair of electrodes to the lead wire and the lead
should be connected to the channel on which you increase the stimulation
intensity (mA).
Our unit is designed to detect any poor or intermittent connection across the
electrodes and to cut offthe stimulation output (mA) when it does so. This is a
safety precaution. It is designed to prevent the user from inadvertently turning
up the output stimulation current in the presence of a poor or intermittent
connection and then experiencing a large unexpected powerful surge in the
stimulation, if and when the connection is re-established.
Reasons for no connection if you use surface skin electrodes:
* Check if both electrodes are connected to the same dual conductor lead
wire, one electrode to the black connector (-) and another to red connector
(+).
* Check if both electrodes are making a sticky contact on your skin, some
electrode edges could not be stuck due to electrode wear & tear, but the
electrode should be sticking with at least 80% of it’s eld. You may have
lots of grease after long term use, try new electrodes. You may have dry
gel on electrodes, try to make it more sticky by dropping a small amount of
water on the black (conductive) side of the electrode and leave for an hour
for the gel to absorb. Don’t use wet electrodes! Try some fresh electrodes
as electrodes loose conductivity proportionally to the use time due to grease
and gel getting drier.
* This is the most frequent reason: check if the dual conductor leadwire cable
is not broken, as it might be bent or pulled out too much which results in
no conductivity: try another cable. To check if the cable is good, cross the
red and black pin and increase mA on the unit. If the cable conducts the
electricity, the mA will go above 10mA and you would feel the stimulation
mild tickling in your ngers which holds the crossed pins. If you feel a mild
electrical current, this means the problem is with surface skin electrodes.
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* This unit must be used with the guidance of a Physiotherapist or
Doctor.
* Type BF equipment, Continuous Operation.
* Do not insert lead wires into a mains power supply.
* Do not immerse unit into water or any other substance.
* The unit is not protect from the ingress of water droplets from a shower
of rain if used outside the carrying case.
* Do not use the NeuroTrac®Sports XL unit in the presence of a
ammable anaesthetic gas mixture and air or with Oxygen or Nitrous
Oxide.
* If using rechargeable 9 Volt PP3 Nickel Metal Hydride batteries, be
sure to use a CE approved battery charger. Never connect the
NeuroTrac®Sports XL directly to a battery charger or to any other
mains powered equipment.
We advise not to use Ni-Cad rechargeable batteries.
* Patient Electrodes are for single patient use only.
* Keep out of reach of children.
* Do not use this stimulator on your facial area unless you are under
strict guidance from a qualied Clinician.
* Application of electrodes near the thorax may increase the risk of
cardiac brillation.
* Operation in close proximity (e.g. 1m) to a shortwave or microwave
therapy equipment may produce instability in the stimulator output.
* Simultaneous connection of a patient to a high frequency surgical
equipment may result in burns at the site of the stimulator electrodes
and possible damage to the stimulator.
* No modication of this equipment is allowed!
Warnings

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Contents Page
Symbols on the unit and case 2
Warnings 3
What is STIM? 5
Contraindications & Precautions 6
Indications for use 7
Description of STIM Unit & Functions 8
Quick Start Instructions 10
Lock Button 12
Sports Treatment Programmes 13
Electrode Types & Tips 25
Care, Maintenance, Accessories and Disposal 26
Speci
cations 28
Information regarding Electromagnetic Compatibility
and Interference (EMC) 29
Troubleshooting 33
Warranty 34
Notes 35
Contents
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Table 206: Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile
RF communications equipment and NeuroTrac® product
The NeuroTrac® product is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment
in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the
NeuroTrac® product can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining
a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment
(transmitters) and the NeuroTrac® product as recommended below, according to
the maximum output power of the communications equipment
Rated
maximum
output
power of
transmitter
W
Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter
150 kHz to 80 MHz
d =1.2 √P
80 MHz to 800 MHz
d =√1.2 P
800 MHz to 2,5 GHz
d = √2.3 P
0,01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0,1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended
separation distance d in meters (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the
frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter
in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range
applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is
aff ected by absorption and refl ection from structures, objects and people.

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Table 204: Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration
– electromagnetic immunity
The NeuroTrac® product is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment
specifi ed below. The customer or the user of the NeuroTrac® product should assure
that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity
test
IEC 60601
test level
Compliance
level
Electromagnetic environment
guidance
Conducted RF
IEC 61000-4-6
Radiated RF
IEC 61000-4-3
3 Vrms
150 kHz to
80 MHz
3 V/m
80 MHz to
2,5 GHz
3 Vrms
150 kHz to 80
MHz
3 V/m
80 MHz to 2,5
GHz
Portable and mobile RF communications
equipment should be used no closer
to any part of the NeuroTrac®product,
including cables, than the recommended
separation distance calculated from the
equation applicable to the frequency of
the transmitter.
Recommended separation distance
d = 1.2 √P 150 kHz to 80 MHz,
d = 1.2 √P 80 MHz to 800 MHz
d = 2.3 √P 800 MHz to 2.5GHz
where P is the maximum output power
rating of the transmitter in watts (W)
according to the transmitter manufacturer
and d is the recommended separation
distance in meters (m).
Field strengths from fi xed RF transmitters,
as determined by an electromagnetic site
survey a , should be less than the compli-
ance level in each frequency range b.
Interference may occur in the vicinity of
equipment marked
with the following
symbol:
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is
aff ected by absorption and refl ection from structures, objects and people.
a Field strengths from fi xed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless)
telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV
broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic en-
vironment due to fi xed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered.
If the measured fi eld strength in the location in which NeuroTrac® product is used exceeds
the applicable RF compliance level above, the NeuroTrac® product should be observed to
verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be
necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the NeuroTrac® product.
b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, fi eld strengths should be less than 3 V/m.
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Neuromuscular Stimulation has been used for many years to stimulate muscle
and nerve bres to treat a number of muscle and nerve related conditions. Over
the last 30 years numerous clinical trials and papers have been written.
The NeuroTrac®Sports XL is one of a new breed of modern neuromuscular
stimulators which Verity Medical have developed with the Therapist and Pa-
tient in mind. Our principle aim is to design products that have high levels of
functional use, are sensibly priced, compact and user friendly.
The NeuroTrac®Sports XL is a dual channel device (with 2 lead wires for each
channel giving a total of 8 electrode positions) combining several treatment
programmes into one unit. Neuromuscular Stimulation is increasingly under-
stood by Therapists and Doctors. There is a better understanding of the mecha-
nisms which exist between nerves and muscles that make it possible to stimu-
late the neuromuscular system with precise electrical signals. The NeuroTrac®
Sports XL offers precision giving full control of Pulse Widths, Rates, Ramp up
times, Work / Rest cycles as well as alternating or synchronous application if
two channels are being applied.
Customer Care
We welcome constructive comments regarding our equipment particularly
those that might help us to improve existing features, add new ones or develop
new products for the future.
What is STIM?

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Before using this equipment you must rst seek the advice of your
Physiotherapist or Doctor.
Read this operating manual before using the unit!
STIM should not be used:
* By patients tted with a demand style cardiac pacemakers unless so
advised by their Doctor.
* During pregnancy [unless medically advised].
* By patients with undiagnosed pain conditions.
* By patients with undiagnosed skin, vaginal or rectal conditions.
* With patients who have diminished mental capacity or physical
competence who cannot handle the device properly.
* On anaesthetised or desensitised skin.
* When driving a vehicle or operating potentially dangerous equipment.
* Do not place electrodes:
* Over carotid sinus nerves.
* Over larynx or trachea.
* Inside mouth.
* Over the area of the heart unless so advised by your Doctor.
* On your facial area unless under strict guidance from a qualied
Clinician.
* Do not apply stimulation across or through the head, directly on the
eyes, covering the mouth, on the front of the neck (especially the carotid
sinus) or via electrodes placed on the chest and upper back or crossing
over the heart.
* The patient should use the unit only as prescribed.
* Do not immerse the unit in water or any other liquid
* Keep unit out of reach of children.
* If in doubt about the use of the STIM unit, call your Doctor, Therapist,
Clinician or your distributor for advice.
* Only use CE approved skin electrodes.
Contraindications & Precautions
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Table 202: Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration
– electromagnetic immunity
The NeuroTrac®product is intended for use in the electromagnetic
environment specifi ed below. The customer or the user of the NeuroTrac®
product should assure that it is used in such an environment, and that
precautions regarding that environment are heeded.
Immunity test IEC 60601
test level
Compliance
level
Electromagnetic environ-
ment guidance
Electrostatic
discharge
(ESD)
IEC 61000-4-2
6 kV contact
±8 kV air
±6 kV con-
tact
±8 kV air
Floors should be wood,
concrete or ceramic tile.
If fl oors are covered with
synthetic material, the rela-
tive humidity should be at
least 30 %.
Power fre-
quency (50/60
Hz)
magnetic fi eld
IEC 61000-4-8
3 A/m 3 A/m
Power frequency magnetic
fi elds should be at levels
characteristic of a typical
location in a typical com-
mercial or hospital environ-
ment.

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Information regarding Electromagnetic
Compatibility and Interference (EMC)
NeuroTrac®products are designed to produce very low levels of radio
frequency (RF) emissions (interference), to be immune from effects of
interference produced by other equipment operating in their vicinity
and damage due to electrostatic discharge all when operating in a
typical domestic and or clinical environment. They are certied to meet
the international EMC standard EN60601-1-2. For more information
please refer to the tables 201, 202, 204 and 206.
Table 201: Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration
- electromagnetic emission
The NeuroTrac® product is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment
specifi ed below. The customer or the user of the NeuroTrac® product should
ensure that it is used in such environment
Emission test Compliance Electromagnetic environment guidance
RF emission
CISPR 11 Group 1
The NeuroTrac® product uses RF energy
only for its internal function. Therefore,
its RF emissions are very low and are not
likely to cause any interference in nearby
electronic equipment
RF emission
CISPR 11 Class B
The NeuroTrac®product is suitable for use
in all establishments , including domestic
establishments and those directly con-
nected to the public low voltage power
supply network that supplies buildings
used for domestic purposes
Harmonic emissions
IEC 61000-3-2 Not applicable
Voltage fl uctuations/
fl icker emissions
IEC 61000-3-3
Not applicable
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Conditions that respond to TENS
* General pain relief (including back pain)
Also used for non medical purposes
* Blood ow improvement
* Muscle toning
* Muscle strength
* Muscle endurance
* Muscle resistance
* Maximal strength
* Explosive force
* Active recovery
* Muscle fatigue
Indications for use

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Description of STIM Unit & Functions
Front Rear
* PRG button Selects the desired set programme from P01 - P21 or
customised programme PC1 - PC3.
Pauses (reducing the intensity (MA) to zero) and
escapes from a running programme.
* SET button Reduces the intensity (MA) to zero and pauses the
programme (if a programme is running) and moves the
phase one step forward.
Displays the menu for programmes PC1 - PC3 and
allows the parameters for Time, Work, Rest, Ramp up
time, CH.A / CH.B Synchronous or Alternating and
delay to be set.
LCD
Display
Select Pro-
gramme
SET
Channel A Channel B (2 lead wires per channel)
Lock
Lead Wire
and Pin
NeuroTrac
Sports XL
®
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STIM
1. Dual channel: individually isolated circuits.
2. Amplitude: 0-90 mA into 500 Ohm load; indication only. Actual mA will
tend to be less than indicated due to electrode impedance: at 1000 Ohms
load (Electrodes in poor condition) the maximum will be limited to 86
mA, at 1500 Ohms load the maximum will be limited to 65 mA.
3. Type: Constant Current, maximum output voltage 180 Volts +10 / -30
Volts
4. Waveform: Symmetrical, rectangular bi-phasic with zero DC current.
5. Selectable pulse width: 50 μS – 330 μS [10% accuracy].
6. Pulse Rate selection: in the continuous mode 2 – 100 Hz
[5% accuracy].
7. Time duration of the treatment selectable: 1 minute to 90 minutes.
8. Low Battery Indicator: If the battery goes below 6.9 volts +/- 0.2 volts the
battery symbol will ash on/offonce every second.
9. Open Electrode Detect: If an open circuit is detected at the output of
channel A or B the output current will be reset at zero.
10. Ramp up time 0.1 - 9.9 seconds.
11. Low Battery Indicator: If the battery goes below 6.3 volts +/- 0.2 volts the
battery symbol will ash on/offonce every second, the device will beep
and turn off.
12. If the battery voltage is below 6.6 (+/- 0.2) volts the unit will not turn on.
Expected average battery set life [of standard 800 mAh, alkaline]: 19h.
13. If no keypad buttons are pressed for more than 4 minutes the device will
be turned offto save energy.
Expected service life:
5 years. Careful use and maintenance extends the life of the unit over the
service life limit.
Environmental Conditions for use:
+5 to +40 degrees Centigrade. 15-90% Humidity.
Environmental conditions for storage & transport:
-25 to +70 degrees Centigrade. 15-90% Humidity.
Weight: 180g with battery.
Specications

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Self-Adhesive Electrodes:
* Check the short connectors have not become separated from the
electrodes.
* Replace electrodes onto plastic lm after use. If they drop onto the
oor debris will adhere to conductive gel rendering the electrodes
ineffective.
Electrode life can be considerably reduced by:
* The type and condition of the skin.
* Deep seated moisturisers or make-up.
For the Best Results:
* Before each use cleanse the skin.
* After each use stick the pads on the shiny insert card and store in a
cool and dry place, such as the fridge. (not freezer).
Caution: Static electricity may damage this product
NOTE: Only Verity Medical Ltd or appointed distributors /
importers are approved to undertake servicing.
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•Work
•Rest
•Alt
•Cont
•Mod
Min Min
MA
Lock
symbol
Current phase /
phase indicator
Frequency &
pulse width of phase
Programme
Total
programme
time
Channel A
milliamps
Channel B
milliamps
Time of
current phase
Number of phases
Phase mode
•Work
•Rest
•Alt
•Cont
•Mod
3 Hz
250 uS
PC1
5 : WK
Min
4
SEC
Programme
Total
programme
time adds
cumulatively
as time added
to phases
Set Work / Rest / Ramp / Delay
seconds
Current setting
being altered (work
in this example)
Number of phases
Phase mode
Example of preset programme
Example of custom programme
Phase being
set
Low
battery
indicator
5 Hz
300 uS
P08
35 : 5
0 0
MA

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1. Insert a 9 volt PP3 Alkaline battery. Alternatively insert a
rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride battery {which is safer and has a
much longer life than the Ni-Cad rechargeable batteries} into the
battery compartment.
2. Insert lead wire/s in to Channel A and B, if you are using two channels.
You may use up to four sets of lead wires, two for channel A and two
for channel B giving either 4 or 8 electrode placements on the body.
[Ivory = Channel A, Black = Channel B]
3. Switch on the unit by pressing the on/offbutton on the front of the
unit.
4. Press the PRG button to select one of the pre-set programmes P01 -
P21 outlined in the tables on page 13 to 23 or PC1 - PC3 for the
customised programmes (see page 11 for setting customised
programmes).
5. You can press the set button to change to the next phase of the current
programme if required.
6. To start the programme, press channel A + and / or B + if you are using
both channels, then increase the mA intensity to the desired level.
7. To stop the programme press the on/offbutton which will turn the
unit offor alternatively press the PRG button twice to return to the
home screen.
Low Battery Indicator
When the battery power is low, the low battery indicator will appear on the
screen (shown in the diagram on page 9). When the battery indicator shows
one bar, replace the battery.
Electrode Disconnection Indicator
When an electrode becomes disconnected or when an electrode no longer
conducts the electrical current or if the lead wires are faulty, the milliamp level
will return to zero and the effected channel will ash on and off.
mA Lock
For added safety, the device includes an mA lock function. After the mA is
adjusted and there is no action for 60 seconds, the mA intensity will be locked
and pressing the mA+ button will not have any action. This is to prevent
unwanted mA increase. To increase the mA, rstly press the mA- button, which
will unlock the mA, and then press the mA+ button to adjust.
Backlight
Your device includes a light-up screen to improve the legibility of the content
on the screen.
If no keypad buttons are pressed for more than 60 seconds the backlight will
be turned offto save energy, but will be activated again as soon as one of the
buttons is pressed.
Quick Start Instructions
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WARNING! Only medically approved accessories should be used!
CONTROL UNIT
* Wipe the surface once a week with a damp cloth or antiseptic wipe ор
or baby wipes.
* Do not use cleaning sprays or alcohol based cleaning solutions.
* Control unit disposal: please return to Verity Medical LTD or to the
appointed distributor.
ACCESSORIES
Battery:
* To change the battery, open the battery door on the rear of the control
unit by pressing down on the raised rib pattern just below the belt clip.
Lift the battery out of the compartment. This is very easy and can be
done by the user.
* Check periodically for any discharge from the battery.
* Remove battery completely from unit if not in use for any
extended period of time (typically one week).
* Low battery indicator of 6.9 volts shown on LCD display, when
ashing change battery for a new one.
* Preferably use a PP3 alkaline battery.
* Battery disposal: please return to the supplier from whom
you’ve purchased it.
Lead Wires:
* The lead wires should be handled carefully and never stretched, as
this can cause the stimulation to function below normal standards or
not at all.
* Examine lead wires before each treatment for loose connections or
damage.
* Avoid stretching and twisting the lead wires.
* Store the lead wires carefully after each use.
* Lead wires Disposal: please return to the supplier from whom
you’ve purchased them.
Care, Maintenance,
Accessories and Disposal

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* Self-Adhesive reusable long-term electrodes (if looked after) have a
typical life span of 4/6 weeks. We recommend cleaning the skin with an
alcohol-based wipe before placing the electrodes. The wipe should not
contain fat as any grease will degrade the electrode stickiness. After use,
place the electrodes back onto the plastic lm and in the zip-tag plastic
pouch. Store in a cool environment which is not too dry.
Skin Electrode Types Available:
Electrode Types & Tips
A Few Good Tips [Self- Adhesive Electrodes]:
* If you nd the electrodes will not stick due to oily skin, cleanse the
skin with soap and water, then rinse and dry the area around the
electrode site. If this does not work, try cleansing the skin with a
swab impregnated with alcohol.
* Clip away hairy skin using a scissors; don’t use a razor to remove
the hair!
* The electrodes conductive material is water- based. If it becomes
saturated (e.g. from perspiration), it will lose its adhesive qualities.
After use leave the electrodes face up overnight to dry out (replace
on plastic lm in the morning).
At some point the electrodes will become dry. Moisten the adhesive
surface with a few drops of water, and apply onto the plastic lm
overnight. This procedure will give you a few more days of electrode
life.
SHAPE CODE DESCRIPTION
VS.4040 40 x 40 mm, square
[** max 53mA]
VS.5050 50 x50 mm, square
(recommended for general use)
VS.9040 90x40mm, rectangular
VS.9050 90 x 50 mm, rectangular
VS.10050 100 x 50 mm, rectangular
VS.30 30mm diameter, round
[** max 46mA]
** IMPORTANT : Don’t use VS 4040 at more than 53mA
and VS3030 at more than 46 mA.
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Setting up Customised Programmes PC1, PC2 or PC3
First, if a programme is running, press the PRG button twice to return to the
home screen.
Refer to the example of custom programme diagram on page 9.
1. Press the PRG button until PC1, PC2 or PC3 is selected.
2. Press and hold the SET button for three seconds, the phase indicator
arrow and Hz symbol will ash on and off.
3. Press CH.B +/- to set the frequency between 2 Hz and 100 Hz.
4. Press CH.A +, the μS symbol will ash, press CH.B +/- to set the
pulse duration between 50 μS and 330 μS.
5. Press CH.A +, the MIN symbol will ash, press CH.B +/- to set
the length of the phase time between 1 and 99 minutes.
Set the time to zero to end the programme on this phase.
6. Press CH.A +, the WORK / REST or the CONT symbols will ash,
Press the CH.B +/- to select WORK / REST or CONT (continuous).
Note: if continuous is selected, the menu will loop back to step 2.
7. Press CH.A +, WK will appear and ash, press CH.B +/- to set the
work seconds between 2 and 99 seconds.
8. Press CH.A +, RT will appear and ash, press CH.B +/- to set the rest
seconds between 2 and 99 seconds.
9. Press CH.A +, RP will appear and ash, press CH.B +/- to set the ramp
seconds between 0.1 and 9.9 seconds.
10. Press CH.A +, AL or SY will appear and ash, press CH.B +/- to
select alternating or synchronous current.
Note: if alternating is selected, the menu will loop back to step 2.
11. Press CH.A +, DY will appear and ash, press CH.B +/- to set the
delay of channel B starting between 0 and 4 seconds after channel A.
12. The menu will now loop back to step 2 and the Hz symbol will ash.
13. To set the next phase, press the set button. The phase symbol will ash
over the next phase, continue with step 2 to set this phase.
14. When nished setting the phases, press the PRG button to save the
settings and return to the home screen.
The programme will be saved permanently.
Setting the phase time of phase 2,3,4 or 5 to zero will cause the programme to
end at that phase.
Following procedures 1 to 12 can reprogramme a customised programme.
If for example there are 5 pre-set phases in one overall programme and only
4 phases are now required, input 0 (zero) into the phase time that is no longer
required and press the PRG key to store the new information.

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A "concealed" lock button is included in the NeuroTrac®Sports XL which
allows the clinician to accurately monitor "Home Compliance" of the patient
between appointments. It records the time in use and the average intensity (mA).
It also locks the customised programmes, stopping them from being altered.
To Lock the Unit
1. Select the pre-set or customised programme required. In the case of
a customised programme, make sure that the pulse width, frequency,
time etc. are set-up correctly.
2. Remove the battery cover and, using a thin rod gently press on the
lock button as shown in the diagram on page 8 until you hear a
double beep. The unit is now “locked” and cannot be altered until
“unlocked”. Note: The lock symbol will appear on the LCD when
the unit is “locked”.
To Unlock the Unit
Remove the battery cover and press the concealed switch with a thin rod until
a single beep is heard. Now the LCD will display the average mA used on each
channel and the total hours and minutes the unit has been in use as shown in
the diagram. To return to normal "unlocked" operation, simply press SET.
Lock Button
•Work
•Rest
•Alt
•Cont
•Mod
5 Hz
300 uS
P08
35 : 05
Min
30 20
MA MA
Lock symbol
(ashes when being
unlocked)
Frequency & pulse
width of phase
Programme
Hours and
minutes unit
was used in
the locked
mode
Average milliamps
CH.A
Average milliamps for
CH.B
Minutes
Number of phases
Phase mode
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Sports Custom Programmes
Programme: PC1 Custom 1 Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 30
Mode Cont
Frequency Hz 20
Pulse duration μS 250
Overall time 30 min
Programme: PC2 Custom 2 Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 30
Mode Cont
Frequency Hz 100
Pulse duration μS 330
Overall time 30 min
Programme: PC3 Custom 3 Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 30
Mode Cont
Frequency Hz 20
Pulse duration μS 250
Overall time 30 min
NOTE! The settings mentioned below for these programmes are default
settings. These can be adjusted to suit the user’s needs.

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These programmes would be suitable for people that regularly practice sports
that require explosive activity and want to increase the level without any risk
of injury, such as throwing and sprinting events.
This treatment normally would be used for periods of up to 10 weeks starting
with level 1 and increasing to level 4 over a 10 week period. After the training
programme, one should continue to use level 3 or 4 once per week.
The positioning of the electrodes is very important and the electrode positions
as detailed in the manual should be studied before applying the programmes.
The stimulation training should be completed isometrically with the muscles
extended and xed. i.e. the ankle for the Quadriceps to achieve static (isometric)
muscle contraction making sure the muscle stays in the same position and the
muscles are not extended as this would cause some pain and aching.
The level of stimulation determines the percentage of muscle bres that will be
recruited. The higher the intensity (mA) the more bres that will be stimulated
and thus more effective the stimulation training will be. After the warming up
phase, one should increase the intensity gradually for the rst 2-3 rest phases
so that muscle contraction is visible (30-40 mA).
MF = MODULATED FREQUENCY IN LINEAR STEPS
W/R = INTERMITTENT WORK/REST
CONT = CONTINUOUS
MODULATION TIME = EXPONENTIALLY
Example: Modulation time 10 seconds 150μS-250μS: means starting at
150μS increasing exponentially (fast then slow) to 250μS in ve seconds and
returning (fast then slow) back to 150μS to complete the cycle in 10 seconds.
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Sports Treatment Programmes
Programme: P01 Warm up Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 6
Mode Cont
Frequency work Hz 5
Frequency rest Hz
Pulse duration μS 300
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs
Ramp down time secs
Work time secs
Rest time secs
Alternating
Synchronous *
Overall time 6 min
Used before starting strenuous physical activity. It activates the metabolism, increases
the muscles temperature and oxygenates the muscle by speeding up blood blow.
Programme: P02 Muscle
fatigue 1
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 20
Mode Cont
Frequency work Hz 10
Frequency rest Hz
Pulse duration μS 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs
Ramp down time secs
Work time secs
Rest time secs
Alternating
Synchronous *
Overall time 20 min
Developing the capillary bed density system surrounding the muscle bers to improve
the resistance qualities of the fast glycolytic muscle twitch bres and its recovery. Used
for all type of sports activities.

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Programme: P03 Endurance Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 50
Mode W/R
Frequency work Hz 20
Frequency rest Hz 3
Pulse duration μS 300
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 2
Ramp down time secs 1.5
Work time secs 10
Rest time secs 10
Alternating
Synchronous *
Overall time 50 min
Improving the capacity to sustain long periods of aerobic muscle activity. Developing
the efficacy of oxygen muscle consumption and storage of oxygen in the fast twitch
bre white muscle.
Programme: P04 Resistance
force output 1
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 12 7 10 16
Mode Cont W/R Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 50 5 50 5
Frequency rest Hz 5 5
Pulse duration μS 300 300 300 300 300
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 2 2
Ramp down time secs 2 2
Work time secs 8 8
Rest time secs 8 8
Alternating
Synchronous * ** * *
Overall time 50 min
Increasing the capacity to habitually develop a high level of muscle force. Improving
oxygen consumption at muscular level and to increase the capacity to withstand toxin
amassing. Used on sports activities requiring prolonged and high levels of muscle force:
Cycling, Rowing, Middle distance running
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Notes for Programmes 18, 19, 20 and 21:
These programmes incorporate a very high working load and the training
consists of inducing repeated strong muscle contractions whilst holding
the muscle and tendinous mechanism under tension, followed by rapid and
explosive muscle contractions. In these programmes, treating the rhythm of
motor neurons is very specic, which occurs at the high end of the frequency
range between 80 & 90 Hz in level 3 & 4.
These explosive programmes reproduce the sequence of nervous discharges
occurring during this type of training. These treatment programmes enable the
muscle structure to improve by responding to the nervous stimulation. This
aggressive stimulation improves the muscle explosive characteristics without
the risk of injuries normally expected from aggressive voluntary exercises.
These programmes would only be used by experienced sports people who
are in sports that require explosive force and have used the neuromuscular
stimulation of a less aggressive nature such as the strength programmes.
Programme: P21 Explosive
Strength Level 4
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 20 10 10
Mode Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 90 5
Frequency rest Hz 2
Pulse duration μS 220 220 220
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 1.5
Ramp down time secs 1.5
Work time secs 4
Rest time secs 30
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 40 min
Please see Programme notes below.

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Programme: P19 Explosive
Strength Level 2
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 20 10 10
Mode Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 70 5
Frequency rest Hz 2
Pulse duration μS 220 220 220
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 1.5
Ramp down time secs 1.5
Work time secs 4
Rest time secs 30
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 40 min
Please see Programme notes on page 23.
Programme: P20 Explosive
Strength Level 3
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 20 10 10
Mode Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 80 5
Frequency rest Hz 2
Pulse duration μS 220 220 220
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 1.5
Ramp down time secs 1.5
Work time secs 4
Rest time secs 30
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 40 min
Please see Programme notes on page 23.
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Programme: P05 Resistance
force output 2
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 12 5 12 6
Mode Cont MF Cont MF Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 50-75 5 40-75 3
Frequency rest Hz 3 3
Pulse duration μS 300 300 300 300 300
Modulation time secs 10 10
Ramp up time secs 2 2
Ramp down time secs 1 1
Work time secs 10 10
Rest time secs 8 8
Alternating
Synchronous * ** * *
Overall time 40 min
Improving and increasing the capacity to develop very high level of muscle force over
a long period of time. Improving the efficacy of the oxygen consumption at the muscle
level and the capacity to with stand toxin accretion, such as lactic acid. For sports
activities that require very high levels of prolonged muscle activity: Rowing, Cycling,
Middle Distance Running.
Programme: P06 Resistance
force output 3
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 10 10 12
Mode Cont MF MF Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 40-60 45-75 5
Frequency rest Hz 3 3
Pulse duration μS 300 300 300 300
Modulation time secs 10 10
Ramp up time secs 2 2
Ramp down time secs 1.2 1.2
Work time secs 10 10
Rest time secs 4 4
Alternating
Synchronous * ** *
Overall time 37 min
The same as Programme 5.

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Programme: P07 Maximum
force output
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 20 10
Mode Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 75 2
Frequency rest Hz 3
Pulse duration μS 300 300 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 1.5
Ramp down time secs 1
Work time secs 5
Rest time secs 12
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 35 min
Developing the muscle to cope with and produce maximum muscle force output, and
to develop muscle bulk. Used in activities of anaerobic activity. Used in sports such as:
Weight Lifting, Judo, Ball Games, Sprint Running and Cycling.
Programme: P08 Explosive force
output
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 15 15
Mode Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 90 10
Frequency rest Hz 3
Pulse duration μS 300 250 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 2
Ramp down time secs 1.5
Work time secs 6
Rest time secs 6
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 35 min
Anaerobic activity- increasing the muscle capacity to a level of instantaneous maximum
muscle force, changing muscle force into explosive action. Used for all activities
requiring maximum muscle output in a very short space of time, such as Judo, Short
Distance Sprinting, Throwing the Discuss or Shot Put.
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Programme: P17 Muscle fatigue
2
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 30
Mode Cont
Frequency work Hz 2
Frequency rest Hz
Pulse duration μS 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs
Ramp down time secs
Work time secs
Rest time secs
Alternating
Synchronous *
Overall time 30 min
Programme: P18 Explosive
Strength Level 1
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 35
Mode W/R
Frequency work Hz 60
Frequency rest Hz 2
Pulse duration μS 220
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 1.5
Ramp down time secs 1.5
Work time secs 4
Rest time secs 30
Alternating
Synchronous *
Overall time 35 min
Please see Programme notes on page 23.

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Programme: P15 Calming the
Muscle
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 25 20 10
Mode Cont Cont W/R
Frequency work Hz 2-10 5-15 10
Frequency rest Hz 3
Pulse duration μS 150-250 150-250 150
Modulation time secs 10 10
Ramp up time secs 2
Ramp down time secs 2
Work time secs 10
Rest time secs 10
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 55 min
Relaxing the muscles as much as possible and to promote the bodies natural endorphins
to promote pain relief and to improve the blood circulation and provide oxygen into the
muscle. Used on the Trapezius, Deltoid area of the shoulder, upper and lower Trapezius
and Neck area.
Programme: P16 Pain Relief Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 40
Mode MF
Frequency work Hz 1-150
Frequency rest Hz
Pulse duration μS 250
Modulation time secs 10
Ramp up time secs
Ramp down time secs
Work time secs
Rest time secs
Alternating
Synchronous *
Overall time 40 min
Reduces uncomfortable pain.
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Programme: P09 Blood ow
improvement
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 5 5 5 5
Mode Cont W/R Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 2 30 50 30 50
Frequency rest Hz 3 3
Pulse duration μS 250 250 150-250 250 150-250
Modulation time secs 3 3
Ramp up time secs 1.5 1.5
Ramp down time secs 1.2 1.2
Work time secs 7 7
Rest time secs 7 7
Alternating
Synchronous * ** * *
Overall time 25 min
Programme: P10 Muscle at Rest Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 20 20 10
Mode MF MF W/R
Frequency work Hz 2-5 5-10 10
Frequency rest Hz 3
Pulse duration μS 150-250 150-250 200
Modulation time secs 10 10
Ramp up time secs 2
Ramp down time secs 2
Work time secs 10
Rest time secs 10
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 50 min
To help improve recovery after high levels of training and to reduce the possibilities of
muscle contraction commonly know as Cramp. Used after intense levels of sporting
activity and completions in particular.

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Programme: P11 Mass Muscle
Contraction
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 15 10
Mode Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 60 2
Frequency rest Hz 3
Pulse duration μS 300 350 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 2
Ramp down time secs 1.5
Work time secs 7
Rest time secs 14
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 30 min
To increase muscle bulk and volume and to improve muscle force. Searching for
muscular hypertrophy.
Programme: P12 Active Recovery Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 10 25
Mode Cont Cont
Frequency work Hz 2 2-10
Frequency rest Hz
Pulse duration μS 250 150-250
Modulation time secs 10
Ramp up time secs
Ramp down time secs
Work time secs
Rest time secs
Alternating
Synchronous **
Overall time 35 min
To help improve muscle recovery after prolonged activity, helps to rid the system of
toxin waste. Used 10 to 24 hours after prolonged activity.
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Programme: P13 Resume
Training
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 15 10 15 5
Mode Cont W/R W/R W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 10 20 30 20 5
Frequency rest Hz 3 3 3
Pulse duration μS 250 300 300 300 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 2 2 2.5
Ramp down time secs 1.8 1.8 1.8
Work time secs 6 10 6
Rest time secs 10 10 10
Alternating
Synchronous * ** * *
Overall time 50 min
To promote the slow twitch bres to build muscle strength to help reduce muscle
atrophy ready for resuming training activities. Used for all type of sports.
Programme: P14 Muscle Toning Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 3 3 2 2
Mode Cont W/R W/R W/R W/R
Frequency work Hz 5 75 50 75 50
Frequency rest Hz 3 3 3 3
Pulse duration μS 250 250 300 300 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 3 2 3 2
Ramp down time secs 2 1.5 2 1.5
Work time secs 4 6 4 6
Rest time secs 10 10 10 10
Alternating
Synchronous * ** * *
Overall time 15 min
Strengthening the muscles, improving blood circulation and capillary bed density. Ideal
for applying to the Thigh, Legs, Bottom and Abdomen.

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Programme: P11 Mass Muscle
Contraction
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 15 10
Mode Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 5 60 2
Frequency rest Hz 3
Pulse duration μS 300 350 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 2
Ramp down time secs 1.5
Work time secs 7
Rest time secs 14
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 30 min
To increase muscle bulk and volume and to improve muscle force. Searching for
muscular hypertrophy.
Programme: P12 Active Recovery Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 10 25
Mode Cont Cont
Frequency work Hz 2 2-10
Frequency rest Hz
Pulse duration μS 250 150-250
Modulation time secs 10
Ramp up time secs
Ramp down time secs
Work time secs
Rest time secs
Alternating
Synchronous **
Overall time 35 min
To help improve muscle recovery after prolonged activity, helps to rid the system of
toxin waste. Used 10 to 24 hours after prolonged activity.
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Programme: P13 Resume
Training
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 15 10 15 5
Mode Cont W/R W/R W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 10 20 30 20 5
Frequency rest Hz 3 3 3
Pulse duration μS 250 300 300 300 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 2 2 2.5
Ramp down time secs 1.8 1.8 1.8
Work time secs 6 10 6
Rest time secs 10 10 10
Alternating
Synchronous * ** * *
Overall time 50 min
To promote the slow twitch bres to build muscle strength to help reduce muscle
atrophy ready for resuming training activities. Used for all type of sports.
Programme: P14 Muscle Toning Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 3 3 2 2
Mode Cont W/R W/R W/R W/R
Frequency work Hz 5 75 50 75 50
Frequency rest Hz 3 3 3 3
Pulse duration μS 250 250 300 300 250
Modulation time secs
Ramp up time secs 3 2 3 2
Ramp down time secs 2 1.5 2 1.5
Work time secs 4 6 4 6
Rest time secs 10 10 10 10
Alternating
Synchronous * ** * *
Overall time 15 min
Strengthening the muscles, improving blood circulation and capillary bed density. Ideal
for applying to the Thigh, Legs, Bottom and Abdomen.

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Programme: P15 Calming the
Muscle
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 25 20 10
Mode Cont Cont W/R
Frequency work Hz 2-10 5-15 10
Frequency rest Hz 3
Pulse duration μS 150-250 150-250 150
Modulation time secs 10 10
Ramp up time secs 2
Ramp down time secs 2
Work time secs 10
Rest time secs 10
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 55 min
Relaxing the muscles as much as possible and to promote the bodies natural endorphins
to promote pain relief and to improve the blood circulation and provide oxygen into the
muscle. Used on the Trapezius, Deltoid area of the shoulder, upper and lower Trapezius
and Neck area.
Programme: P16 Pain Relief Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 40
Mode MF
Frequency work Hz 1-150
Frequency rest Hz
Pulse duration μS 250
Modulation time secs 10
Ramp up time secs
Ramp down time secs
Work time secs
Rest time secs
Alternating
Synchronous *
Overall time 40 min
Reduces uncomfortable pain.
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Programme: P09 Blood ow
improvement
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 5 5 5 5 5
Mode Cont W/R Cont W/R Cont
Frequency work Hz 2 30 50 30 50
Frequency rest Hz 3 3
Pulse duration μS 250 250 150-250 250 150-250
Modulation time secs 3 3
Ramp up time secs 1.5 1.5
Ramp down time secs 1.2 1.2
Work time secs 7 7
Rest time secs 7 7
Alternating
Synchronous * ** * *
Overall time 25 min
Programme: P10 Muscle at Rest Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Phase time min 20 20 10
Mode MF MF W/R
Frequency work Hz 2-5 5-10 10
Frequency rest Hz 3
Pulse duration μS 150-250 150-250 200
Modulation time secs 10 10
Ramp up time secs 2
Ramp down time secs 2
Work time secs 10
Rest time secs 10
Alternating
Synchronous * **
Overall time 50 min
To help improve recovery after high levels of training and to reduce the possibilities of
muscle contraction commonly know as Cramp. Used after intense levels of sporting
activity and completions in particular.