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WARNINGS
• Pregnancy – The safety of using electrical stimulation during pregnancy or birth has not been
established.
• Central origin pain – This device is not effective for pain of central origin (including headaches).
• Prescription – Use electrical stimulation only in the prescribed manner and for the prescribed
reason.
• Symptomatic treatment – This device is a symptomatic treatment and, as such, suppresses
the sensation of pain which would otherwise serve as a protective or warning mechanism of your
body.
• Keep out of reach of children – Do not store or use this device near children.
• Electronic equipment – Electronic monitoring equipment (such as ECG and EKG alarms) may
not operate properly when electrical stimulation devices are in use.
• Machinery operation – Never operate potentially dangerous machinery such as power saws,
automobiles, etc. while using this device.
• Uncomfortable stimulation – If the stimulation levels are uncomfortable or become
uncomfortable, reduce the intensity (amplitude) to a comfortable level. Contact your physician /
clinician if this does not resolve the problem or if the problem persists or re-occurs at your next
prescribed treatments session.
• Neck stimulation –Do not place electrodes across the neck or mouth. Severe spasm of the
laryngeal and pharyngeal muscles may occur. This may be strong enough to close off the airway
or cause breathing difculty.
• Long-term effects – The long-term effects of chronic use of electrical stimulation are unknown.
• Damage from liquids – Do not immerse the stimulator unit in water or other liquids.
• High frequency surgical devices – Simultaneous connection of a patient to a high frequency
surgical device while using this device may result in burns at the site of the electrodes and
possible damage to the stimulator. Discontinue use before surgery.
• Microwave or radio frequency sources – Operation in close proximity to shortwave or
microwave therapy equipment may shut the stimulator off.
• Flammable – Do not use the device in an environment where ammable or explosive fumes may
exist.
• External use – This device is for external use only
• Lead connection – Do not connect the lead wires to an alternating current (AC) power source or
other equipment not
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