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- Page 1 NeuroTrac Continence ® NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® DUAL CHANNEL STIM UNIT Operators Manual Visit our website: www.veritymedical.co.uk for detailed application protocols English...
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Page 2: Unit Symbols Explanation
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Symbols on the unit and case Caution! (electrical output). Follow operating instructions! Failure to do so could place the patient or operator at risk. Neuromuscular Stimulation (STIM) and EMG Triggered Stimulation (ETS) should not be used by Patients fitted with demand style cardiac pacemakers. -
Page 3: Warnings
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Warnings This unit must be used with the guidance of a Physiotherapist or Doctor. Type BF equipment, Continuous Operation. Do not insert lead wires into a mains power supply. Do not immerse unit into water or any other substance. The unit is not protected from the ingress of shower of rain if used outside the carrying case. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Contents Contents Page Unit symbols explanation Warnings What is STIM? Contraindications & precautions Description of STIM unit & functions Quick start instructions Lock button Setting up customised programmes Continence treatment programmes Electrode types & tips Care, maintenance, accessories and disposal Indications for use Technical specifications... -
Page 5: What Is Stim
The NeuroTrac Continence is one of a new breed of modern neuromuscular stimulators which Verity Medical have developed with the therapist and patient in mind. Our principle aim is to design products that have high levels of functional use, are sensibly priced, compact and user friendly. -
Page 6: Contraindications & Precautions
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Contraindications & Precautions Before using this equipment you must first seek the advice of your physiotherapist or doctor. Read this operating manual before using the STIM unit. STIM should not be used: By patients fitted with a demand style cardiac pacemakers unless so advised by their doctor. -
Page 7: Description Of Stim Unit & Functions
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Description of STIM Unit & Functions Connect the optional probe to channel A or B. Concealed button locks the selected programme and records the pa- tient’s home compliance. Use a metal pin of the lead wire to press the concealed button located Channel A Channel B... -
Page 8: Quick Start Instructions
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Quick Start Instructions Remove battery cover. Insert 9 Volt alkaline (IEC code: 6LR61) or rechargeable Ni-MH battery (IEC code 6HR61) into the battery compartment. Replace the cover. Insert the lead wire(s) into the sockets of the unit. Either red or black or red cable can be inserted. - Page 9 NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Turn on the unit by pressing the on/off button once. Select the desired programme by pressing the PRG button (please refer to the programme tables on page 12). Hold down the A+ button until you feel a strong but comfortable current. The current may be decreased by pressing the A- button.
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Page 10: Lock Button
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Lock Button ® A "concealed" lock button is included in the NeuroTrac Continence which allows the clinician to accurately monitor "home compliance" of the patient between appointments. It also locks the customised or built in programmes. To lock the unit Select the built in or customised programme required. - Page 11 NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Setting up the Customised Programme PC1, PC2 or PC3 (Work/Rest) Select PC1, PC2 or PC3 by pressing the PRG button on the front panel. Press and hold the SET button for 3 seconds until Hz symbol will flash on the display, then press the + or –...
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Page 12: Continence Treatment Programmes
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Continence Treatment Programmes Programmes Pulse Ramp up Work Rest Overall Rate Width time time time time [Hz] [µs] [min] PAIN RELIEF CONT URGE STRESS-1 STRESS-2 P05 FREQ/URGE-1 P06 FREQ/URGE-2 CONT Sequential: 3Hz for 3min,10Hz for 10min, LACK OF 20 Hz for 5 min, 250 µs, SENSITIVITY... -
Page 13: Electrode Types & Tips
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Electrodes Types and Tips Self-Adhesive reusable long-term electrodes (if looked after) have a typical life span of 4/6 weeks. We recommend cleaning the skin with an alcohol-based wipe before placing the electrodes. The wipe should not contain fat as any grease will degrade the electrode stickiness. -
Page 14: Care, Maintenance, Accessories And Disposal
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Care, Maintenance, Accessories and Disposal WARNING! Only medically approved accessories should be used! CONTROL UNIT Wipe the surface once a week with a damp cloth or antiseptic wipe / detergent wipe. Do not use cleaning sprays or alcohol based cleaning solutions. Control unit disposal: must be disposed of in compliance with national regulatory requirements. -
Page 15: Indications For Use
After each use stick the pads on the shiny insert card and store in a cool and dry place. For troubleshooting - see page 17. Caution: Static electricity may damage this product NOTE: Only Verity Medical Ltd is approved to undertake servicing. Indications for use Pelvic pain Stress incontinence... -
Page 16: Technical Specifications
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Technical Specifications STIM Dual channel: individually isolated circuits. Amplitude: 0 - 90 mA into 500 Ohm load; indication only. Actual mA will tend to be less than indicated due to electrode impedance: at 1000 Ohms load the maximum will be limited to 70 mA, at 1500 Ohms load the maximum will be limited to 65 mA. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Troubleshooting If the programme cannot be changed - remove the battery cover and unlock the unit by pressing the unlock button - see page 7 and 8. If mA intensity cuts out and zero mA and symbol is flashing on LCD screen: 1. -
Page 18: Warranty
If the distributor - from whom the product was purchased by the user - is satisfied that the product is defective, the user may return the unit directly to this distributor who will forward it to Verity Medical Ltd. All such returns from the distributor to Verity Medical must be authorised by Verity Medical Ltd., in advance. -
Page 19: Clinical References
NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Clinical References Please go to our website for the latest clinical protocols: http://www.veritymedical.co.uk/Protocols Please contact us for any clinical references of NeuroTrac Continence: ® enquiries@veritymedical.com... - Page 20 NeuroTrac Continence Operation Manual ® Not for sale or use in the USA Distributor: Continence Accessory control information: ECS400A-OM-EN21-15-09-17 NeuroTrac ® Continence manual (English)