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- Page 1 Period Pain Reliever Distributed by: TensCare Ltd, PainAway House, INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 9 Blenheim Road, Longmead Business Park, Epsom, Surrey KT19 9BE, UK Tel: +44(0) 1372 723434 www.tenscare.co.uk info@tenscare.co.uk READ CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING USE Pub Ref.: I-OVAP-UK Rev 3.0 01/17...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
QUICK START GUIDE CONTENTS Introduction Intended Use Period Pain Advantages of “Ova+” Connect the main unit Place two electrodes on each How it Works with electrodes using side of your lower tummy, Contraindications, Cautions & Warnings the Y-cable distance between the electrodes should be over 3cm Pain Relief programmes Battery... -
Page 3: Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION 2. INTENDED USE This device has been designed to be Period Pain (Dysmenorrhoea) used home healthcare widespread problem which affects 40- environment to treat symptoms of 90% of women. Period pain can have a primary menstrual pain real impact on quality of life, leading to (dysmenorrhoea). -
Page 4: Period Pain
3. PERIOD PAIN Secondary dysmenorrhoea is less common, and is more likely to occur in women in their Painful periods are common in teenagers 30s and 40s. It is caused by a specific and young adults. underlying condition such as endometriosis Most women have some pain during (when cells that normally line the uterus are periods. -
Page 5: Advantages Of "Ova
• Fibroids when it is often associated day and this allows you to get on with your with heavy menstrual bleeding. everyday life, without period pain. • Adhesions. • Developmental abnormalities. 5. HOW IT WORKS The “Ova+” uses T.E.N.S. to relieve pain. Consult your healthcare professional if you T.E.N.S. -
Page 6: Contraindications, Cautions & Warnings
Do NOT use if you are or may be pregnant; 6. CONTRAINDICATIONS, CAUTIONS & WARNINGS or in the first 6-8 weeks after childbirth. It is In this manual: known whether TENS affect foetal development. A Warning is used when failure to follow the instructions may result in serious injury WARNINGS: or death. - Page 7 CAUTIONS: Caution. Do not permit use by children Caution should be used if you have unable to understand the instructions or suspected diagnosed epilepsy persons with cognitive disabilities, i.e.; Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. electrical stimulation may affect seizure threshold. DO NOT PLACE ELECTRODE PADS: Caution should be observed when using •...
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Page 8: Pain Relief Programmes
• Do NOT ignore any allergic reaction to 7. PAIN RELIEF programmes the electrode pads: If a skin irritation The "Ova+“ offers four preset clinically tested develops, stop using TENS, as this type of programmes which are displayed on the electrodes may not be suitable for you. - Page 9 GENERAL POINTS i) A microprocessor inside the device offers viii) When the device is switched ON, it will user-friendly controls and gentle outputs. resume in the mode previously used. ii) Most users feel a warm, relaxing sensation ix) When the battery is low, the battery and pain relief across the lower tummy symbol on the LCD screen will flash.
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Page 10: Battery
Please contact cause injury and /or damage: TensCare helpline on +44 (0) 1372 723 434. Do NOT expose to temperatures over 60°C (140F) Do NOT put, store or leave it near sources of heat, in direct strong... -
Page 11: Controls And Display
9. CONTROLS AND DISPLAY Left button ( Press and hold this key for 2 seconds to turn the device. When the device is ON, repeatedly press it to increase the strength of the electrical signal. Turn the strength up slowly, wait after each press to feel the effect. Central button ( Every time the unit is switched ON, the programme... -
Page 12: Contents Of Pack
11. SETTINGUP 10. CONTENTS OF PACK 11.1 PREPARING THE “OVA+” UNIT The Ova+ packaging should include the 1. To test that the battery is charged (see following parts: section 8) and that the unit is working press – “Ova+” unit and hold the “... -
Page 13: Placement Of Pads
Note: If the sensation becomes uncomfortable, After the wires are securely connected, reduce the intensity. separate the electrodes from the backing and apply as described in sections 12 & 12. PLACEMENT OF PADS In order to obtain the best relief, the pads Caution: Ensure the device is OFF before need to be placed over the dermatomes T10, connecting/disconnecting... - Page 14 • On the lower back • On the front, in a vertical format • On the front, in a diagonal format Please refer to the diagrams below: On the lower back: Place the pads vertically either side of the On the front, in a diagonal format: spine, approximately 10cms (4 inches) In the vicinity of your groin, place the pads in apart, with the bottom of the electrodes no...
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Page 15: Application Of Pads
13. APPLICATION OF PADS • Remove the pads from the skin or from the To apply the pads simply peel off the clear liner by peeling them back from the edge of film liner and the pads will adhere to the skin the pad. -
Page 16: Cleaning
• Care of Electrode Pads The pads provided are latex-free. The electrode pads supplied with your “Ova+” 14. CLEANING unit are self-adhesive and can be used several times. Skin must be allowed to Clean the case and lead wires at least once a breathe, so the pads should be removed week either with an alcohol-free antibacterial... -
Page 17: Accessories
- USB cable recycling to help to conserve the world’s Further information on purchasing accessories resources and minimise any adverse effects can be obtained from TensCare Ltd: on the environment. Telephone: +44 (0) 1372 723 434 17. EMC PRECAUTIONS Web: www.tenscare.co.uk 16. -
Page 18: Technical Specifications
18. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 19. TROUBLESHOOTING Output Single channel Problem Possible Solution Max. 52 mA across 500 Ohm Output current causes Symmetrical Bi-Polar rectangular Wave shape No display Flat batteries Charge battery 14 mm x 24 mm LCD Display Battery Rechargeable Li-ion 3.7V Low batteries Charge battery Power supply... - Page 19 SYMBOLS USED Atmospheric Pressure: indicates the Attention! Please follow the instruction in atmospheric limits to which the the Instruction Manual. medical device can be safely exposed. TYPE EQUIPMENT: Equipment Date of Manufacture: indicates the providing a degree of protection against date which the medical device was electric shock, with isolated applied part.
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Page 20: Warranty
Contact TensCare customer service on +44 repairs are carried out without authority from (0) 1372 723 434. Our staff are trained to TensCare Ltd. - Page 21 DAYTIME TELEPHONE: E-MAIL: Please return the unit and warranty card at MODEL: your cost to: DATE OF PURCHASE: TensCare Ltd ATTACH PROOF OF PURCHASE PainAway House, RETAILERS NAME: 9 Blenheim Road, RETAILERS ADDRESS: Longmead Business Park,...
- Page 22 FEEDBACK NOTES: TensCare aim to give you the best possible product and service. We listen to your suggestions and are constantly trying to improve our products. We also want to learn about the way our products are used, and the benefits they give. If you have anything...
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