e) Carefully continue to press
Using Your SensaTONE
'Intensity Up' key until you
For PFS
comfortably feel your muscles
contracting. If the sensation
Before first use of the
SensaTONE, please
feels too strong, simply press
familiarise yourself
the 'Intensity Down' key
with the 'Precautions
and Contraindications'
minimise the feeling.
contained on page 4.
f ) Modes A, B and C all have fixed
programme times. The
PFS - Pelvic Floor Stimulation
SensaTONE will automatically
a) Switch the unit on by pressing
switch off once the programme
the Power Key button. The
is complete. Mode D does not
SensaTONE will always start up
have a fixed programme time.
in Mode A.
Refer to page 9 for more
b) The SensaTONE has four
information about Mode D.
preset programmes:
g) After use, always remember to
Mode A - Urge Incontinence
ensure that the SensaTONE is
Mode B - Stress Incontinence
switched off. Then remove the
Mode C - Mixed Incontinence
SensaTONE probe from your
Mode D - After Care
body, disconnect the leads and
c) Select the mode most
then clean it in accordance with
appropriate for your type of
the instructions found on page
incontinence by pressing the
6 or in the SensaTONE probe
'MODE' key. Please refer to
instruction manual.
page 9 if you are unsure of
which mode to use.
d) Now begin by pressing the
'Intensity Up' key. Each time
• During pregnancy.
• During the menstrual period.
you press this key, you will see
• If you suffer a urinary or
the intensity level increase on
vaginal infection.
• At the same time as a barrier
the LCD.
contraceptive device such as
a diaphragm or cervical cap.
• Until 12 weeks after childbirth.
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PFS - Frequently Asked
Q What does it feel like?
A All three PFS programmes feel
Questions
slightly different. In general,
the feeling is that of a
Q How long will it take to see
pleasant, tingly, squeezing
results?
sensation that contracts and
A The amount of time varies
relaxes the pelvic floor
from woman to woman; it is
muscles.
also dependent on the type of
Q Is it suitable for use by all
incontinence from which you
women?
are suffering.
A Yes, all women can use it
STRESS Incontinence -
provided none of the
improvement comes
contraindications apply.
slowly with the building
of muscle fibre and
Q Can I use it whilst I'm
nerve sensitivity. This can
pregnant?
take up to 2 months.
A No, not until 12 weeks after
URGE Incontinence -
the birth.
improvements are made by
Q Are there any side effects?
reducing the false signals
A No, it is totally drug free. There
sent by the bladder to the
are no known side effects.
brain. Results can be seen in
as little as 14 days.
If you have any further
MIXED Incontinence -
questions on
improvements are made
incontinence or need
some advice, contact
by building the muscle fibre
The Bladder and Bowel
and nerve sensitivity as well
Foundation on:
as reducing the false signals
Helpline: (+44) (0)845 345 0165
being sent to the brain. This
e-mail:
can take slightly longer, but
info@bladderandbowelfoundation.org
you should be able to notice
web:
a difference within 21 days.
www.bladderandbowelfoundation.org
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Choosing The Right
PFS Mode
There are three types of
incontinence, all of which can be
treated with the SensaTONE:
1. Urge incontinence (MODE A) -
occurs with a strong, sudden
and uncontrollable urge to
urinate.
2. Stress incontinence (MODE B) -
occurs when sneezing,
coughing, laughing, lifting or
during exercise and causes a
small amount of urine to leak.
3. Mixed incontinence (MODE C)
- a combination of urge and
stress incontinence.
Frequency Of Use
Below is a guide showing how
often to use each PFS mode on
your SensaTONE. If your muscles
Programme
The SensaTONE should
Mode A
NOT be used:
Mode B
Mode C
Mode D
DO NOT EXCEED TREATMENT TIMES UNLESS ADVISED BY A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL.
Specifications
All outputs have 200µs pulse width. For the Urge, Stress and Mixed mode,
the output pulses are alternatively switched on and off for 5 seconds.
Programme
Urge
Stress
After Care
Output Channel
Reg Charity
Output Waveform
1085095
Output Voltage
Output Intensity
Automatic Power Off
Battery
Battery Low Detect
start to ache, or you have any
problems using the SensaTONE,
please contact your medical
adviser.
Using Mode D – After Care
This is an optional mode and can
be used as follows:
• Directly after treatment with the
SensaTONE, provided you are not
experiencing any muscle fatigue.
• As a maintenance mode after
you have been using the
sensatone on a regular basis
and have experienced an
improvement in your condition.
Please note that there is no
recommended treatment time for
this mode. It is at your discretion.
It is suggested that it is used no
more than between 15-30 minutes
per day.
Length
How often
30 mins
1-2 times a day
30 mins
Once a day or every other day depending on severity
45 mins
Complete the programme once a day
–
Please see 'Using Mode D' above
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Display
Output Frequency/Duration
A
5Hz / 3 mins 10Hz / 5 mins 15Hz / 5 mins
20Hz / 5 mins 15Hz / 5 mins
10Hz / 5 mins 5Hz / 2mins
Total time = 30 mins
B
10Hz / 5 mins 35Hz / 5 mins 50Hz / 10mins
35Hz / 5mins 10Hz / 5mins
Total time = 30 mins
D
Frequency Modulation
Frequency increases from 2 Hz to 10 Hz in 4 secs.
and then back to 2Hz in another 4 secs.
Total cycle = 8 secs
Total time = 45 mins
Single Channel
Bi-phasic rectangular
0-40V adjustable in 14 steps across a 500 ohm load
0-80mA adjustable in 14 steps across a 500 ohm load
5 minutes
2 x 1.5v AAA Batteries
2.2V±0.1V
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Guarantee
Your SensaTONE machine is guaranteed for a period of 2 years
against manufacturer's defects. Please record purchase details
in the space provided below for your record purposes. The
guarantee does not include leads, electrodes, probes or battery.
Date of purchase:
Invoice number:
Body Clock Health Care Ltd
108 George Lane, South Woodford
London E18 1AD
Tel (+44) (0)20 8532 9595
Fax (+44) (0)20 8532 9551
www.bodyclock.co.uk
e-mail customercare@bodyclock.co.uk
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