Setting Of Intensity Levels - schwa-medico SPORECUP XTR2 Operating Manual

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Setting of intensity levels

Do not try to achieve a higher and higher level of intensity. Set the intensity in
such a way that you get a comfortable feeling during the stimulation. Increase the
intensity carefully to a maximum tolerable and then reduce it slightly step by step
to a comfortable level.
Note that the intensity settings change depending on the stimulation area and the
time. This is normal and can be explained as follows:
• Resistance of the skin:
Dry skin has a lower conductivity level than damp skin (due to sweating). The
skin does not show the same resistance to linear current on all parts of the body.
For example, the resistance level of horny skin can be twice that of the skin in
the hollow of the knee. The innervation differs greatly according to the area of
the body. This results in a difference of sensitivity.
• Volume of the muscle mass:
If you stimulate muscles with a high volume you will automatically need to set a
higher intensity than for the stimulation of small muscles.
• Muscle fatigue:
A tired muscle will only tolerate a lower intensity.
• Age of electrodes:
Self-adhesive electrodes do not last forever. You can use them up for up to 60
stimulation sessions. This depends on the quality of the electrodes but also on
the skin of the user. Old electrodes have a higher resistance and their conducti-
vity levels decline. It is important to replace electrodes regularly.
• Adaption to the current:
The nerves adapt rapidly to the current. It is normal to feel "less current" after a
few minutes of stimulation with specific parameters. In such a case feel free to
increase the intensity in order to get the best results.
• Frequency and pulse width:
Frequencies and pulse widths differ depending on the programs. Therefore the
intensity cannot be set at the same lever for all the programs even if the elect-
rodes are placed in the same position. The higher the frequency is set, the lower
you will be able to set the intensity. The higher the pulse width is set, the lower
you will be able to set the intensity.
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