Electrodes; Electrode Positioning - gbo Medizintechnik Duodynator Instructions For Use Manual

Duodynator

5 Electrodes

The therapy can be realized without any problem with suction electrodes, conductive
rubber electrodes or self-adhesive electrodes. Conductive rubber electrodes are
appropriate for large-area treatments.

5.1 Electrode positioning

The positioning of the patient and/or muscle to be treated is very important. The
therapy shall always be carried out in a comfortable and relaxed position. The joints
shall be located in an angular position, so that they are placed in a mid-position, from
which both the flexor as well as the extensor muscles can be stimulated.
In general the preparation and application of the electrodes is carried out as follows:
Always put a wet electrode intermediate layer or electrode pocket between the
1.
electrode and the skin in order to avoid current sensations on the skin. The layer
must always be about 1 cm larger than the electrode itself.
Put the electrode completely into the electrode pocket, so that the pocket
2.
protrudes on the open side with about 1 cm.
After multiple use the electrode intermediate layer or electrode pocket can slightly
3.
shrink. If the distance of about 1 cm is no longer given, the intermediate layer or
pocket must be replaced.
Prior to the initial use, the macroporous intermediate layers and pockets made of
4.
viscose sponge must be thoroughly washed out under running water to remove
manufacturing residues.
To moisten the intermediate layer or pocket put them into normal tap water, or
5.
better into 1% salt solution. The intermediate layers or pockets should be soaked;
remove them and let them drop; do not wring them out.
If necessary, flatten deformed electrodes, insert them into the pocket and/or put
6.
them on the intermediate layer. Put them on the area to be treated and fit them to
the given body surface. Use only thick and well moistened sponges.
Apply the holding strap in a way that the electrode fits completely.
7.
The sponge pockets or intermediate layers have to be cleaned after the expiration
8.
of treatment, see chapter 6.5.7.
Note!
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Analogously, the above described also for use with suction electrodes.
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