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TENS Information
A TENS Unit is an electrical impulse generator that is used to relieve post-operative, acute and chronic pain. It is used for peripheral types of pain and not those of central origin. Assessment of electrode placement involves trial and error, knowledge of neurophysiology to include peripheral nerve roots and trigger points are areas that are most helpful when assessing electrode placement to relieve the patient’s pain.
Please be sure to read the Safety section including cautions, indications. Contraindications, warnings, precautions, adverse reactions as well as the technical specifications and controls adjustment sections before use of this device.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
TENS devices can affect the operation of demand type cardiac pacemakers. TENS is not recommended for patients with known heart disease without physical evaluation of risk. Do not stimulate over the eyes or carotid sinus nerves. Electrodes should NOT be placed in a manner, which allows current to flow trans cerebrally (through the head). Do not apply TENS for undiagÂnosed pain syndromes until etiology is established
WARNINGS
This device should be used only under the continued supervision of a physician. TENS is ineffective for pain of central origin (this includes headache). TENS is of no curative value: it is a symptomatic treatment, which suppresses pain sensation, which would otherwise serve as a protective mechanism on the outcome of the clinical process. Safety of TENS devices (or use during pregnancy or delivery has not been established. For external use only. Electronic equipment such as EKG monitors and EKG alarms may not operate properly when TENS is in use. This device must be kept out of the reach of children.
PRECAUTIONS
Avoid adjusting controls while operating machinery or vehicles. Turn the stimulator off before applying or removing electrodes. Long-term stimulation at the same electrode site may cause skin irritation. Use only for the specific pain problem prescribed by physician.
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