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- Page 1 Pericalm ™ Instruction Manual...
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Page 2: Warnings
• Keep out of reach of children This instruction manual is valid for the Neen Pericalm™ unit. It is published by Neen Healthcare. Neen Healthcare does not guarantee its contents and reserves the right to improve and amend it at any time without prior notice. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Pericalm™ Instruction Manual Contents Warnings Introduction Contraindications & Precautions Description of Pericalm Unit & Functions Quick Start Instructions Continence Treatment Programmes Electrode Types & Tips Care & Maintenance Disposal and Applications Specifications Warranty Clinical References... -
Page 4: Introduction
The Pericalm™ is one of a new breed of modern neuromuscular stimulators. It is a digital, dual channel unit and is used in the treatment of patients suffering with symptoms of Stress Incontinence, Urge Incontinence and a combination of the two. -
Page 5: Contraindications & Precautions
Contraindications & Precautions Before using this equipment you must first seek the advice of your Physiotherapist, Doctor or Continence Advisor. Read this operating manual before using the Pericalm™ The Pericalm™ should not be used: • By patients fitted with a demand style cardiac pacemaker unless so advised by their Doctor •... -
Page 6: Description Of Pericalm Unit & Functions
Pericalm™ Instruction Manual Description of Pericalm™ Unit & Functions Channel A Channel B Power Rear Lock button Battery compartment Front LCD Display Channel B Increase Intensity Selects Programme Channel B Decrease Intensity Channel A Increase Intensity Changes parameters Channel A... -
Page 7: Quick Start Instructions
8. To stop the programme, press the Power button which will turn the unit off. Lock Button A ‘concealed’ Lock button is included on the Pericalm™ which locks the customised or built in programmes. It also allows the clinician to accurately monitor ‘home compliance’... - Page 8 Pericalm™ Instruction Manual Setting up the Customised Programmes MEM1-3 1. Select MEM1 for a constant programme by pressing the PRG button on the front panel. 2. Hold down the SET button for three seconds to enter the setup menu. The Hz symbol will flash.
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Page 9: Continence Treatment Programmes
Pericalm™ Instruction Manual Continence Treatment Programmes Programmes Ramp up Work Rest Overall Rate μS time in time in time in time in seconds seconds seconds seconds PAIN RELIEF Cont Cont 25 min STRESS 1 25 min STR1 STRESS 2 25 min... -
Page 10: Electrode Types & Tips
Pericalm™ Instruction Manual Electrode Types & Tips Both internal and external electrodes can be used with this unit. They are single patient use only. Internal electrodes: 014405 Periform® (vaginal electrode) 011503 Anuform® (anal electrode) External self adhesive electrodes: 012571 50x50mm... -
Page 11: Care & Maintenance
Before & after use always wash it in warm soapy water, rinse and dry and carefully store • Never let anyone else use your electrode • Follow all instructions provided with the electrode Caution: Static electricity may damage this product NOTE: Only Neen Healthcare or appointed distributors/importers are approved to undertake servicing. - Page 12 Pericalm™ Instruction Manual Disposal Information on disposal for users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) for private households: Electrical and electronic products including batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free basis.
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Page 13: Specifications
Pericalm™ Instruction Manual Specifications 1. Dual channel: individually isolated circuits. 2. Amplitude: 0 - 90 mA; indication only; actual mA will tend to be less than indicated due to electrode impedance. 3. Type: Constant Current. 4. Waveform: Asymmetrical, rectangular bi-phasic with zero DC current. -
Page 14: Warranty
2 years from the date of purchase. If Mobilis Healthcare is satisfied that the product/s is defective the purchaser may return this unit/s to Neen Healthcare or the appointed distributor for repair or replacement with a new unit. All returns must first be authorised by Neen Healthcare in advance. -
Page 15: Clinical References
Pericalm™ Instruction Manual Clinical References Knight S, Laycock J, Naylor D. (1998); Evaluation of neuromuscular electrical stimulation in the treatment of genuine stress incontinence; Physiotherapy 84, No. 2, 61 - 71. Gibson J.N, Smith K, Rennie MJ. (1988); Prevention of disuse muscle atrophy by means of electrical stimulation. - Page 16 Please contact us about other Neen products in our range Neen Healthcare 100 Shaw Road, Oldham, Lancashire, OL1 4AY Distributed by: SURGICAL SYNERGIES Tel: 0161 925 3180 Fax: 0161 627 4401 AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND Ph: 1300 473 422 Ph: 0508 473 422 Email: neen@mobilishealthcare.com...