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  • Page 3 Thank you for choosing the AvivaTens XP™ Pain Management System. Neurotech® developed the AvivaTens XP to help relieve pain by stimulating sensory nerves to suppress pain signals. The AvivaTens XP works to provide simple, fast and effective pain relief without drugs. Our goal is to design products that help accelerate recovery and return patients to a more active lifestyle.
  • Page 4 Each AvivaTens XP unit is assigned a serial number which is located on the back of the unit. The information and technical data disclosed in this document are proprietary to Bio-Medical Research Ltd. and may be used and disseminated only for the purposes and to the extent specifically authorised in writing by the company.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INDEX SAFETY INFORMATION ..........................1 WARRANTY ..............................4 DESCRIPTION OF APPARATUS & CONTROLS ..................5 DESCRIPTION OF APPARATUS & DISPLAY ..................7 STEP-BY-STEP TREATMENT GUIDE ...................... 9 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ........................13 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................15 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........................16 UNIT SETTINGS AND ELECTRODE EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR THERAPY ........19 UNIT SETTINGS &...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    The device has no curative value and should only be used in conjunction with medical supervision. Contraindications • Patients with electronic implants (e.g. cardiac pacemaker or defibrillator - as your neurotech product may interfere with the proper functioning of the implanted stimulator) or if you suffer from any other heart problem. Warnings •...
  • Page 7 • Stimulation should not be applied transcerebrally. • Stimulation should not be applied over swollen, infected, or inflamed areas or skin eruptions, e.g., phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc. • Stimulation should not be applied over, or in proximity to, cancerous lesions. Precautions •...
  • Page 8 • Electronic monitoring equipment (such as ECG monitors and ECG alarms) may not operate properly when the stimulator is in use. • It may not be appropriate to use AvivaTens XP on a person at the same time as other equipment. You should check suitability before use.

  • Page 9: Warranty

    AvivaTens XP is a battery operated, portable, two-channel TENS unit intended for the treatment of chronic and acute pain. Based on the principles of TENS, AvivaTens XP sends short, electrical impulses through the surface of the skin via adhesive electrodes. 5 treatment programs are available for selection. See ‘Program Information’ on page 23 for a description.

  • Page 10: Description Of Apparatus & Controls

    DESCRIPTION OF APPARATUS & CONTROLS Fig. 1 LCD Display AvivaTens XP is easy to use. All buttons are push buttons. The functions are defined by icons printed on each button (see below). AvivaTens XP has a built-in audio indicator that emits a high-pitched tone when a valid button is pressed and a low tone when an invalid button is pressed.
  • Page 11 To set the Total Treatment Time. To reset the total treatment time, press the lock button and the program selection button. The user must first press the Lock button and then the Program Select button for approximately 3 seconds. A tone will sound and the display will reset to zero.

  • Page 12: Description Of Apparatus & Display

    The unit is powered by 1 x 9-volt DC battery. The battery compartment is located at the rear of the unit. We recommend an alkaline battery. AvivaTens XP has an indicator that shows the battery status. When the battery is nearly empty, the battery icon on the display will flash. To insert, replace or check the battery, follow the instructions on page 13.
  • Page 13 AvivaTens XP display (Fig. 3) AvivaTens XP has a unique display that gives the user a precise Fig. 3 overview of the battery status, the completed treatment time, contraction/ relaxation phases and program selection. The Lock button is activated and prevents unwanted changes to the intensity level.

  • Page 14: Step-By-Step Treatment Guide

    • Once the electrodes are attached, you may separate the leads to allow for better electrode placement. • AvivaTens XP is supplied with a belt clip. You may attach the unit at the waist by attaching it to a belt.
  • Page 15 6. When the AvivaTens XP is switched on, you hear a high-pitched tone. The screen displays the total treatment time in hours and minutes for a period of 3 seconds (Display 1). After 3 seconds the screen in Display 2 will appear on the screen.
  • Page 16 12. Continue to increase the intensity of the channel until the desired level has been achieved. Where more than one channel is being used, you may increase the intensity completely from one channel before increasing the intensity from the other. Display 5 shows the screen during a contraction cycle during an open treatment time program.
  • Page 17 This mode of operation may provide relief only from muscle spasm. Display 9 16. AvivaTens XP has a load sense function that monitors the connection between the lead and its electrode and between the electrode and the skin. When poor skin contact is detected (Display 9): •...

  • Page 18: System Maintenance

    This means that the Fig. 7 batteries must be replaced. The battery compartment is located on the rear of the AvivaTens XP unit. In order to open the battery compartment, turn the AvivaTens XP over. Press your thumb against the symbol shown ( ) on the battery compartment to unlock it and push it forwards.
  • Page 19 Repair, service and modifications may not be carried out by anyone other than qualified service personnel authorised by Bio-Medical Research Ltd. Do not use the unit if it is defective. Please return it to neurotech®. Bio-Medical Research Ltd. will not accept any responsibility where the guidelines and instructions are not followed.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Battery discharged Replace battery The display does not come on and there is no signal from the unit Battery was incorrectly positioned Remove battery, replace correctly The unit turns on, but does not Lead not fully inserted Remove plug, reinsert carry out commands Broken lead...

  • Page 21: Technical Information

    Electrode area less than 6.5 cm can cause current densities in excess of 2m/cm at maximum intensity. If in doubt, contact neurotech® or your clinician.
  • Page 22 Nominal output voltage / power Parameter 1.5k Output RMS voltage (RMSV) 6.6 V 11.2 V 12.4 V Output RMS current (RMSA) 13 mA 11 mA 8.2 mA Output frequency 4 – 99 Hz 4 – 99 Hz 4 – 99 Hz DC Component Pulse Width 120 –...
  • Page 23 Sizes: 45mm x 45mm, 50mm x 50mm, 70mm x 70mm. Pals Flex Stimulation by Axelgaard Manufacturing Company Inc. Sizes: 50mm x 50mm, 70mm x 70mm. Synapse (Medicom TENS electrodes) by Ambu A/S. Sizes: 50mm x 50mm. Leads: AvivaStim XP/ AvivaTens XP Lead (Part No.: 1600-9301). Size: Length = 1m...

  • Page 24: Unit Settings And Electrode Equipment For Your Therapy

    UNIT SETTINGS AND ELECTRODE EQUIPMENT Your personal therapy program is program no. When switched on this can always be seen on the unit’s display! Use the Burst function ( ) (possible with programs 2, 3) Use the Trigger function ( ) (possible with programs 1, 4, 5) Note: If the unit’s display shows a different program from the one prescribed by the clinician when you switch it on, please do...
  • Page 25 ventral dorsal Note for the clinician: Please enter the desired electrode place- ment in the adjacent drawing! Connect the adjacent channels with a straight line. right left left right...

  • Page 26: Unit Settings & Electrode Placement Guide

    ELECTRODE PLACEMENT GUIDE The following images show several possible electrode placements. However, you should only place electrodes as directed by your physician.

  • Page 28: Information

    PROGRAM INFORMATION Program Frequency Pulse duration Treatment (Hz) (µsec) Time (min) Burst or Trigger open High Frequency Trigger open Burst – Frequency of 99Hz, pulse width 120 µsec. for 3 seconds; Will return to program settings for 1.5 seconds. open Burst –...
  • Page 29 Program 4 (Trigger) Dual Frequency: When program 4 is selected channel 1 and channel 2 deliver stimuli at different frequencies. Channel 1 delivers a stimulus of 4 Hz while channel 2 delivers a stimulus of 99Hz. Program 5 (Trigger) Massage: Program 5 is a variable program.
  • Page 32 Part No: XXXX-XXXX Rev.: Issued: 12/09...

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