Dolphin Neurostim OTC User Manual

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Table of Contents ...................................................................................................1

Contraindications, Warnings, and Precautions ........................................2-4

Introduction - The Dolphin Neurostim™ OTC................................................5

Product Contents ...................................................................................................6

Sterilization and Shelf Life ..................................................................................6

User Support ...........................................................................................................6

Device Features and Controls .............................................................................7

Instructions for Use ..............................................................................................8

Turning Unit On ....................................................................................................8

Testing and Replacing the Battery ....................................................................9

Adjusting the Polarity and Sensitivity ...........................................................10

Holding the Unit ............................................................................................11-12

Locating Treatment Points ...............................................................................13

Using the Extension Probe ................................................................................14

Instructions for Care ...........................................................................................15

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................16

Warranty ...............................................................................................................16

Service .....................................................................................................................16

Operating Instructions - Quick Start .............................................................17

Description of Electrical Performance ..................................................18 - 19

Technical Specifications ....................................................................................20

Index .......................................................................................................................21

Rev. E, Mar. 3, 2015

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
All Natural, Drug-Free Pain Relief User Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents ....................1 Contraindications, Warnings, and Precautions ........2-4 Introduction - The Dolphin Neurostim™ OTC..........5 Product Contents ....................6 Sterilization and Shelf Life ..................6 User Support ......................6 Device Features and Controls ................7 Instructions for Use ....................8...
Page 2: Contraindications, Warnings, And Precautions
Warnings and Precautions Contraindications • Do not use this device if you have a cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, or other implanted metallic or electronic device. Such use could cause electric shock, burns, electrical interference, or death Warnings • If you are in the care of a physician, consult with your physician before using this device;...
Page 3 any activity in which electrical stimulation can put you at risk of injury; • Do not use the device on children, if it has not been evaluated for pediatric use. • Consult with your physician before using this device, because the device may cause lethal rhythm disturbances to the heart in susceptible individuals;...
Page 4: Adverse Reactions
Precautions (Continued) • Use caution if you have a tendency to bleed internally, such as following an injury or fracture; • Consult with your physician prior to using the device after a recent surgical procedure, because stimulation may disrupt the healing process; •...
Page 5: Introduction - The Dolphin Neurostim™ Otc
Adverse Reactions Indications for Use The Dolphin Neurostim™ OTC is indicated for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the back, arms, and legs due to strain from exercise or normal household and work activities.
Page 6: Product Contents
Sterilization and Shelf Life No elements of the Dolphin Neurostim OTC require sterilization. The Dolphin Neurostim OTC has an indefinite shelf life when stored in normal room conditions (at a temperature of 60-90 degrees Fahrenheit at relative humidity levels of 15% to 90%).
Page 7: Device Features And Controls
With unit on, pressing this button indicates battery strength. If light does not illuminate brightly, replace battery. Green Indicator Light: This light is activated when the Dolphin Neurostim™ OTC unit is switched on. Light flickers off when point has been located. Ground Plate: Thumb or finger must be in contact with the plate when locating or stimulating points.
Page 8: Instructions For Use
Instructions for Use Read All Instructions: Read the entire user manual, front to back, before attempting to use the DNS OTC. Turning on Unit How to Turn on Unit: The on/off intensity wheel is located at top/front of unit. The wheel has two functions: a) First, rolling wheel forward (with finger tip) will turn unit on.
Page 9: Testing And Replacing The Battery
Testing and Replacing the Battery To Test Battery Strength: With the unit on, press the battery test button (see diagram on page 3), located at bottm of the front of the unit - this will indicate the battery strength and determine if it needs replacement.
Page 10: Adjusting The Polarity And Sensitivity
Adjusting the Polarity and Sensitivity Select Polarity: The Polarity Setting is found at the bottom/back of unit. Negative (-) is similar to applying an ice pack, positive (+) is like applying a heat pack. The default setting is negative. It is recommended that when selecting polarity, you begin with negative; if pain worsens after 2 to 3 treatments, switch the polarity to positive and re-treat the area.
Page 11: Holding The Unit
Holding the Unit Properly Hold and Ground DNS OTC: The DNS OTC produces electrical current and therefore, human skin must be touching ground plate, during point location and stimulation. The DNS OTC is designed to be held like a pen with thumb firmly placed on ground plate and index/middle finger wrapped around and gripping top of unit.
Page 12 DNS OTC. Note: The Dolphin wrist strap is a one-size-fits-all adjustable polyester elasticised material. Treating Someone Else: The same hand positioning as above, but the free hand of the applicator, must touch skin of the patient to complete circuit.
Page 13: Locating Treatment Points
Locating Treatment Points Point Location: Point indicator light is located above the ground plate on the top of the back of the unit. This light, which turns bright green when unit is turned on, will flicker “off” when a point has been successfully located. Difficulty locating points means dry skin, turn sensitivity dial clockwise to between 4-6 to increase sensitivity.
Page 14: Using The Extension Probe
Using the Extension Probe Use the extension probe to treat hard to reach areas of the body, such as the upper and lower back. To use, firmly place the extension cap onto tip of unit. Use the tip of the probe as you would the tip of the unit and locate points as described in the preceding section.
Page 15: Instructions For Care
Instructions for Care Probe (tip): The probe tip requires regular cleaning. Although probe tip is hypo-allergenic and non-invasive, it is recommended alcohol swabs are applied to the tip prior to each useage. This is especially true of the DNS OTC is being applied to different patients in a clinical setting.
Page 16: Troubleshooting
1 (800) 567-7246. Warranty Dolphin Neurostim™ OTC comes with a 1-year warranty, If your device malfunctions due to defective materials and/or workmanship, it is fully guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase, providing: •...
Page 17: Operating Instructions - Quick Start
Operating Instructions - Quick Start Read User Manual Select Polarity Check Sensitivity Dial Points to 3 Turn Unit On Change Check Battery Battery Hold + Ground No Points Too Many Points Locate Point Increase 4 -6 Decrease 1 -2 Treat Point Hold Down Point 20-30 Seconds/Beeps Increase Current Strength...
Page 18: Description Of Electrical Performance
DC stimulation. The pulse parameters vary with skin resistance. The Dolphin Neurostim™ OTC is battery operated; there is no leakage current to the ground. Search Mode During the search mode, testing from 500K Ohms (skin resistence) produces the following output parameters: Voltage: 3.8 mv...
Page 19 Maximum Values Maximum pulse width (duration) in stimulation mode is 213 milliseconds for all polarity settings (“+”, “-” ) (see graph) Output in the stimulation mode can be varied with the intensity control: Maximum (amplitude) intensity setting: 500 Ohms resistance gives 85 microamps 10K Ohms resistance gives 600 microamps Minimum (amplitude) intensity setting: 10K Ohms resistance gives 300 microamps...
Page 20: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications During Search Waveform, Shape Biphasic, Square Wave Maximum Output Voltage (V) 0.44 Maximum Output Current (A) 0.00088 Pulse Width (%) Frequency (Hz) 2000 +/- 10% Pulse Period (Seconds) 0.0005 Maximum Current Density 0.085 (Amps/Sq. cm) Maximum Power Density 0.0747 (Watts/Sq.
Page 21: Index
Table of Contents ......................1 Warnings and Precautions ..................2 Contraindications......................2 Warnings ......................2-3 Precautions ....................3-4 Adverse Reactions ....................4 Introduction - The Dolphin Neurostim™ OTC .............5 Caution ......................5 Warning ......................5 Indications for Use ...................5 Product Contents ......................6 Sterilization and Shelf Life ..................6 User Support ......................6 Device Features and Controls ..................7...