Table of Contents
Advertisement
Initially the sensation through the probe may be limited but will
improve during treatment. Take care not to use too much strength
and thereby over stimulate the muscles until normal sensation is
restored. The sensation may not be even as it may vary depending
on the sensitivity of the nerves.
Note: If the sensation becomes uncomfortable, reduce the
intensity.
The LCD display shows the strength of intensity used. The aim is
to increase this over a number of days. But remember there is no
hurry, so only increase the strength of the stimulation as and when
you are comfortable and ready to progress.
The "Elise" causes a sensation which feels like a strong drawing in
of the vagina and pulling up of the
reaction will be to pull in and up with the muscles. This exercises
and strengthens them.
For best results in the STRESS and TONE programs try to contract
the pelvic floor muscles along with the "Elise", and to sustain the
contraction into the rest interval. If possible, link the contraction to
your breathing in order to get into a gentle rhythm.
The length of each session is automatically set to 20 minutes. The
length of each session for muscle strengthening will also depend
on your ability to contract and your
careful not to overuse early on, as the resulting aches may not be
felt until the next day.
Caution: If you experience cramping, switch the unit off until
the symptoms go away then continue the session with the
intensity set at a lower level.
29
elise au manual Rev 3.0 5/16 artwork.indd 29-30
pelvic floor. The natural
resistance to fatigue. Be
Optional skin surface electrode placement for Urge
An alternative method to a vaginal probe is to stimulate areas of the
skin that are close to nerves that go to the bladder and urethra.
These come from the parts of the spinal cord segment called S2-S3.
The electrodes are placed on the skin between the anus and the
genitals, or at the very bottom of the spine near your coccyx or "tail".
See electrode placement pictures.
The stimulation should be strong enough to make your anus
contract slightly.
14.4 AFTER YOUR TRAINING SESSION
When the timer reaches zero, your session is complete and the unit
turns off.
1)Check that the control unit is OFF. If it is not, hold down the OFF
button to switch off then remove the probe from your vagina by
holding the positioning end rim and gently pulling outwards. Be
careful not to pull the wire as this may damage it.
2)Wash and thoroughly dry the probe as per section 16 and return it
to the storage pouch.
15. ANAL PROBE
An anal probe (X-PR13) can be purchased as an accessory. This
probe can be used for urinary and faecal incontinence in both
males and females.
30
Advertisement
Table of Contents
