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  • Page 1 Instructions for use...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTELLIGENT CONTINENCE STIMULATOR CONTENTS Section: Page Introduction: Helpline: Feedback: Elise Features: Types of Incontinence: Advantages of the Elise: How Continence Stimulation Works: Continence Programmes: 7 - 12 Cautions and Warnings: Controls: 14 - 17 Screen Information: Usage Memory: Leads Alarm:...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Urge or Mixed Incontinence. The Elise was developed in conjunction with professional continence advisers, taking into account feedback from users of our existing products. The Elise offers the best results, is comfortable and easy to use. HELPLINE A helpline is available, Monday to Friday. Call:...

  • Page 4: Elise Features

    • Safety Duration Override A safety duration override feature has been incorporated into the Elise to ensure that the pelvic floor muscle is not overworked. This is set at twenty minutes after which time the unit will switch off. It is possible to alter the time in order to customise the unit to your needs.

  • Page 5: Types Of Incontinence

    • Mixed Incontinence Is a combination of both Stress and Urge Incontinence. 3. ADVANTAGES OF THE ELISE • It can reduce leakage – not simply contain it • It is Drug Free with no side effects •...

  • Page 6: How Continence Stimulation Works

    The Elise, through a vaginal probe or pads, sends a gentle stimulation to your pelvic floor muscles using clinically recognised programmes. The Elise works the pelvic floor muscles for you and helps you to develop your own muscle control. It perfectly compliments pelvic floor exercises.

  • Page 7: Continence Programmes

    5. CONTINENCE PROGRAMMES The Elise has four preset programmes. One for each type of incontinence and a fourth for toning of the pelvic floor muscles. STRESS INCONTINENCE: Shown on the screen as: “STRES” The STRESS incontinence programme strengthens the muscles of the pelvic floor using gentle stimulation.
  • Page 8 URGE INCONTINENCE: Shown on the screen as: “URGE” The URGE incontinence programme reduces the involuntary contractions of the bladder (detrusor) muscle. This prevents the unwanted and unexpected emptying of the bladder. Successful treatment will require stimulation once a day and improvements can be seen in as little as two weeks.
  • Page 9 MIXED INCONTINENCE: Shown on the screen as: “MIXED” This programme is perfect if you are suffering from both Stress and Urge incontinence or are not sure which form of incontinence is the problem. The stimulation frequency is midway between Stress and Urge. The sensation, as you might expect, is like a combination of both the Stress and Urge programmes.
  • Page 10 TONE: Shown on the screen as: “TONE” Having restored your pelvic floor muscles to an excellent condition you will want to keep them toned and strong. Regular use of this programme, about twice a week, will ensure that your muscles remain fit and toned.
  • Page 11 With the pelvic floor, this gives a ‘cramping’ feeling. If this happens, stop using your Elise until the aching goes away, then start again using a lower strength and a shorter treatment time. As the pelvic floor begins to improve, it will be possible to maintain the stimulation for longer.
  • Page 12 GENERAL POINTS (CONTINUED) vi) The length of each session for muscle strengthening will also depend on your ability to contract and your resistance to fatigue. Be careful not to overuse early on, as the resulting aches may not be felt until the next day.

  • Page 13: Cautions And Warnings

    BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS: • Incontinence can have many causes. You should try to identify the type of incontinence and the cause before using the Elise. • If you have a urinary infection or any skin irritations within the vagina, it is recommended not to use the Elise.

  • Page 14: Controls

    7. CONTROLS ON / OFF Button Programme Strength UP Strength DOWN Timer...
  • Page 15 7. CONTROLS ON / OFF Button To switch unit ON: Press and hold down for 3 seconds. When the unit is switched ON an audible “Beep” will be heard. One Touch Memory Start When switched on the unit will automatically start in the programme which was being used when it was switched off.
  • Page 16 To decrease strength: Hold down button and strength will decrease steadily in 0.5 steps. Programme Button The Elise has specifically selected programmes. When you FIRST switch on the unit automatically goes to programme STRES. Next time it is switched on it will default to the programme last used.
  • Page 17 7. CONTROLS Time Selector button Each time you switch on the Elise the length of time of your programme will automatically revert to 20 minutes. During use the unit counts down the minutes which are shown on the screen. On reaching zero the unit will switch off.

  • Page 18: Screen Information

    8. SCREEN INFORMATION Time Remaining (mins) Programme Strength...

  • Page 19: Usage Memory

    9. USAGE MEMORY The Elise has a usage memory which remembers the length of time and average strength that has been used. To activate hold down the Time Selector and strength UP buttons together for 3 seconds. The screen will show the time in hours (to the nearest hour) and strength in mA.

  • Page 20: Leads Alarm

    10. LEADS ALARM The Elise monitors the connection and the contact between you and probe, or pads. If either of these goes outside of a standard range while the strength is above 20.0 , the unit will flash “LEADS”, bleep three times, and return strength to zero.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    No LEADS alarm - Dampen your hand with water and a little table salt. Hold on to the probe and carefully increase strength. If you cannot feel anything, the unit may be faulty, therefore contact Tenscare or your local distributor. 12. CONTENTS • Elise continence stimulator •...

  • Page 22: Using The Elise

    13. USING THE ELISE Setting up and using the Elise is very simple. Step 1: Inserting battery into unit: To remove Battery Cover, press down in the centre of the battery cover and slide downwards. To insert battery, line up the...

  • Page 23: Probe Hygiene

    14. PROBE HYGIENE The Liberty vaginal probe that is supplied with the Elise is intended strictly for single patient use. It is important that the probe is cleaned after each use. Clean with either an antibacterial wipe or by washing in warm soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly.

  • Page 24: Charging The Battery

    16. CHARGING THE BATTERY The Elise is powered by a type BL4B rechargeable Li-ion battery. A separate Charging Cradle and Power Adaptor are included in the kit. The battery should need charging about once a month. When the battery is running low, a low battery indicator will show on the screen (battery symbol).
  • Page 25 NB: Remove the battery from your Elise if the unit is unlikely to be used for a long period When the battery is charged, the indicator light on the cradle will change from red to green. For a replacement battery, contact Tenscare or your local distributor.

  • Page 26: Consumables And Servicing

    Li-ion battery *Supplied as an accessory These consumables can be purchased either by contacting TensCare on +44 (0)1372 72 34 34, by going online to www.tenscare.co.uk, or from your local supplier. Please ensure that you order the correct part number.

  • Page 27: Guarantee

    18. GUARANTEE Your Elise is guaranteed for two years from the date of purchase. If a fault develops contact Tenscare or your local distributor. The guarantee does not cover probe, pads (optional extra), battery, or the mono lead wire. Please note that the Guarantee is invalidated if: i) incorrect battery has been fitted ii) the unit has been immersed in water, maltreated or tampered with.

  • Page 28: Technical Specifications

    20. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION GENERAL SPECIFICATION Max Intensity: 50V zero to peak. Setting 0-100 in steps of 0.5 OC cutout below 160 Ohm. Constant current 160-470 Ohm 470-2000 Ohm constant voltage Channels: Single Waveform: Asymmetrical rectangular Max Pulse energy: Total output limited to 25uC per pulse Power: BL-4B Li-ion battery 3.7V Battery life:...

  • Page 29: Technical Specification

    20. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION TYPE BF EQUIPMENT Equipment providing a degree of protection against electric shock, with isolated applied part. This symbol on the unit means “Refer to Instruction Manual” NB: The electrical specifications are nominal and subject to variation from the listed values due to normal production tolerances PROGRAM SETTINGS Prog...
  • Page 30 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic emissions The Elise is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Elise should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test Compliance...

  • Page 31: Technical Specifications

    RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the model Elise is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the model Elise should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as re-orienting or relocating the model Elise.
  • Page 32 DISTRIBUTED BY: Manufactured by: Tenscare Ltd 9, Blenheim Road, Epsom, Surrey KT19 9BE, United Kingdom TEL: +44(0) 13 72 72 34 34 FAX: +44(0) 13 72 74 54 34 e-mail: webenquiry@tenscare.co.uk web: www.tenscare.co.uk Pub Ref : I-EL-UK Rev 1.0 06/11...

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